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Regent University

Virginia Beach, VA · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Regent University campus
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Admission rate
38%
Selective
Average net price
$18,135
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
52%
Median earnings
$51,408
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Regent University is a private nonprofit college in Virginia Beach, VA with 4,729 undergraduates. It admits 38% of applicants, and admitted students average 1153 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $18,135 per year ($18,284 for families earning under $30,000). 52% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $51,408 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
38%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
7,261
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,990
Fall 2023
Yield
22%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing530–650
200800
SAT Math460–600
200800
ACT Composite19–26
136

What Regent University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$32,617
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$22,740

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$18,284
  • $30–48k$17,443
  • $48–75k$8,312
  • $75–110k$16,073
  • $110k+$21,022

Get a personal estimate with Regent University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
52%
Freshman retention
75%
Median earnings
$51,408
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$25,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
4,729
Student–faculty ratio
18:1
Receive Pell grants
57%
  • White43%
  • Hispanic12%
  • Black26%
  • Asian2%

Regent University FAQ

What is Regent University's acceptance rate?+

Regent University admits 38% of applicants, which makes it selective.

What SAT score do you need for Regent University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 530–650 on SAT Reading and Writing and 460–600 on SAT Math; the average total is 1153.

What ACT score do you need for Regent University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–26.

Is Regent University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Regent University?+

In Fall 2023, 7,261 students applied to Regent University and 2,990 were admitted; 643 enrolled.

Does Regent University consider legacy status?+

No. Regent University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Regent University require an essay?+

Regent University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Regent University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $32,617 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,135.

What is Regent University's graduation rate?+

52% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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