C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
43/100 · earnings-weighted

Regent University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Virginia Beach, Virginia 23464
Regent University campus, Virginia Beach, VA
Regent University campus, Virginia Beach, VA. Photo: DebateLord, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
67/100
Affordability
D
39/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B
67/100
Prestige
C+
58/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

10,168
Total Enrollment
54%
Graduation Rate
66%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
41%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Regent University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$44,498
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$42,066
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$24,534
Median debt at graduation
56.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,153
Average SAT
26
Median ACT
51.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 55% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 32nd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Regent University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Human Resources Management and Services$51,631$61,752-9%#154 of 187#178$27,500
Public Policy Analysis$38,546$60,776-18%#30 of 34#32$22,469
Business Administration, Management and Operations$48,397$59,087-13%#828 of 1176#1042$25,000
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management$57,169—————
Accounting and Related Services$54,517————$25,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$49,750$50,123-2%#190 of 345#319$22,753
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries$33,407$49,799+16%#5 of 29#13$24,800
Bible/Biblical Studies$31,604$48,776+10%#11 of 35#23$25,125
Criminal Justice and Corrections$46,005$44,176-20%#619 of 660#651$22,000
Communication and Media Studies$29,313$41,335-27%#620 of 660#648$20,188
Psychology$30,307$41,007-19%#946 of 1027#1010$28,895
English Language and Literature$23,986$40,012-18%#503 of 576#560$26,750
Legal Support Services$36,758————$23,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$33,534$35,318-25%#677 of 680#680$22,542
Graphic Communications$16,280$29,565-32%#59 of 59#59$25,750

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $411,897
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,014/mo — vs ~$559/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 23523 (6.9% cap, Norfolk)

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🏆 Where Regent University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#6
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
of 24 schools
#7
Bible/Biblical Studies
of 35 schools
#9
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
of 21 schools
#11
Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
of 29 schools
#13
Divinity/Ministry
of 69 schools
#15
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
of 24 schools
#15
Theology/Theological Studies
of 57 schools
#17
Education, Other
of 45 schools
#21
Organizational Behavior Studies
of 42 schools
#24
Counseling Psychology
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $18,986 $18,986
Room $5,034
Total Cost (On-Campus) $32,832 $32,832

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
51%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

10,168
Total Students
64%
Women
37%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 42%
Hispanic 10%
Black 30%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 7%
Hybrid (Some Online) 12%
Fully Online 81%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 37%
25-64 (Adult) 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Regent University?
Regent University has an acceptance rate of 41%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Regent University?
Tuition at Regent University is $18,986 for in-state students and $18,986 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Regent University?
The graduation rate at Regent University is 54%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Regent University a good school?
Regent University has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Regent University?
Regent University has a total enrollment of 10,168 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology