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Regent University

Virginia Beach, Virginia 23464

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

Campus Vibe

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Known for psychology

Regent University is a private institution in Virginia Beach with particular strength in psychology and business. With an average SAT of 1169, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 4.3K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

54% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,498 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,749.

Established
1977
Motto
Christian Leadership to Change the World
Mascot
Rex the Royal
Type
Private university
Division
Division I

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41%Acceptance
1169SAT Avg
4,282Students
20:1Student:Faculty
54%Grad Rate
$44,498Earnings 10yr
$18,749Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate41.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1169

Reading & WritingMid: 560
540640
MathMid: 535
510610

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 26
2126

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$20,686
Room & Board$7,658
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$30,550
Average Net Price$18,749
Median Debt at Graduation$24,534
Monthly Payment (10yr)$260

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$18,843
$30–48K$18,644
$48–75K$16,647
$75–110K$20,261
$110K+$18,990

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

43.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.9%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$11,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

32

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

8

Burglary

2

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

3

Motor Vehicle Theft

3

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

9

Drug Arrests

6

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (121)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

66%

Below Average

Student Body

Undergrads
4,282
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
42%
Pell Grant Recipients
48%

Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Black 25%
Hispanic 12%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate54.1%
Freshman Retention66.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$42,066
10 Years$44,498

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#11
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Royals

JavelinField athlete

History & Fun Facts

  • In 1990, the name was changed to Regent University.
  • In 1980, the first graduating class held its commencement; the school of education opened that Fall.
  • In 1984, Regent University received accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

118High

Estimated from VA state average + large city premium

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 5"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Washingtonpop. 690K
153 mi(265 min)
Raleighpop. 470K
153 mi(265 min)
Baltimorepop. 570K
173 mi(300 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

RIC Richmond79 mi
RDU Raleigh-Durham158 mi
IAD Washington Dulles164 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA471 mi · ~13h 36m drive
New York, NY295 mi · ~8h 31m drive
Hartford, CT391 mi · ~11h 18m drive
Providence, RI431 mi · ~12h 27m drive
Albany, NY425 mi · ~12h 17m drive
Syracuse, NY432 mi · ~12h 29m drive
Rochester, NY445 mi · ~12h 51m drive
Buffalo, NY444 mi · ~12h 50m drive
Philadelphia, PA225 mi · ~6h 30m drive
Pittsburgh, PA324 mi · ~9h 22m drive
Harrisburg, PA243 mi · ~7h 1m drive
Newark, NJ293 mi · ~8h 28m drive
Washington, DC153 mi · ~4h 25m drive
Baltimore, MD173 mi · ~5h drive
Atlanta, GA508 mi · ~14h 41m drive
Charlotte, NC282 mi · ~8h 9m drive
Raleigh, NC153 mi · ~4h 25m drive
Miami, FL798 mi · ~23h 3m drive
Orlando, FL645 mi · ~18h 38m drive
Tampa, FL712 mi · ~20h 34m drive
Nashville, TN590 mi · ~17h 3m drive
New Orleans, LA929 mi · ~26h 50m drive
Richmond, VA85 mi · ~2h 27m drive
Chicago, IL704 mi · ~20h 20m drive
Detroit, MI528 mi · ~15h 15m drive
Minneapolis, MN1052 mi · ~30h 23m drive
St. Louis, MO775 mi · ~22h 23m drive
Kansas City, MO1012 mi · ~29h 14m drive
Indianapolis, IN578 mi · ~16h 42m drive
Columbus, OH428 mi · ~12h 22m drive
Cleveland, OH438 mi · ~12h 39m drive
Milwaukee, WI754 mi · ~21h 47m drive
Dallas, TX1199 mi · ~34h 38m drive
Houston, TX1207 mi · ~34h 52m drive
Austin, TX1317 mi · ~38h 3m drive
San Antonio, TX1383 mi · ~39h 57m drive
Los Angeles, CA2356 mi · ~68h 4m drive
San Francisco, CA2516 mi · ~72h 41m drive
San Diego, CA2325 mi · ~67h 10m drive
Seattle, WA2437 mi · ~70h 24m drive
Portland, OR2456 mi · ~70h 57m drive
Denver, CO1568 mi · ~45h 18m drive
Phoenix, AZ2029 mi · ~58h 37m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1929 mi · ~55h 44m drive
Honolulu, HI4905 mi · ~141h 42m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

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