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Regent University Virginia Beach Admission, Criteria & Application Deadlines

Virginia Beach, VirginiaLocation

UniversitySchool type

Estd1977established year

9488enrollment

Private (Not for Profit)

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Regent University is a home to approximately 11,000 students from more than 60 countries across the world. It invites both domestic and international students for its two semester based intakes- Spring and Fall. Programs offered at Regent University include about 143 bachelor, 170 master, 85 doctoral courses and a few other certificate programs. The university is however renowned for its top online programs in the state and its one of the best law schools in the nation.

Regent University, in terms of admissions, is slightly selective. The acceptance rate recorded for the academic year was 86%. The average GPA of incoming undergraduate students is found out to be 3.45 (on a scale of 4.0). Whereas, the TOEFL PBT/iBT requirement for admissions here is 577/90.

Candidates seeking admission in Regent University must note that the university organizes a few admission events for its prospective students. These events answer a lot of questions that you may have about the university. Hence, it is highly recommended that you attend some of them.

Highlights

Application Portal	Online
Application Fee	$50
Acceptance Rate	86%
Intake Seasons	Fall and Spring
Academic Calendar	Semester-based
English proficiency test	TOEFL, IELTS or PTE
Financial Aid	Available
International Admissions counselor	intladmissions@regent.edu

Covid-19 update

Regent University strongly encourages students, faculty and staff members to be fully vaccinated in order to protect their health.
All students, employees and guests are required to self-screen and inform the concerned authorities in case of any symptom or discomfort.
Students and employees are encouraged to wear face masks at all indoor places and those places where social distancing is not possible.
There are no specific social distancing requirement apart from places that are extremely crowded (like concerts)
Incoming students will only be allowed to immediately move-in if they submit at least one of the following:
- Proof of a negative-PCR test result (within seven days prior)
- Proof of vaccination

Regent University Admission Deadlines

Regent University generally has 3 semesters- Fall, Spring and Summer. But students cannot enter directly into the summer semester. They need to either take the fall intake or the spring intake to be able to enter the summer program semester. The deadlines for the two intakes are as follows

Semester	Freshman Application Deadline	Transfer students application deadline
Fall	May 15	May 15
Spring	August 1	September 1

Graduate degree programs may have varying admission deadlines. Hence, it is recommended that candidates should check the respective program details before applying.

Regent University International Student Admissions

Regent University accepts applications from domestic as well as international applicants. Most of the requirements are similar in both these cases. However, international students have to submit a few additional documents and papers to get admissions here. Here’s how to apply as an international student.

Where to Apply? University’s Online Portal
Application Fee? $50 non-refundable
What are the Requirements?

Complete application form
Official transcripts evaluation
Proof of english language proficiency
Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT or GMAT/GRE)
Copy of passport
Financial statements

English Proficiency Requirements

Tests	Minimum requirements
TOEFL PBT	577
TOEFL iBT	90
TOEFL CBT	233
IELTS	7
PTE Academic	61

Regent University Visa Requirements

Students, if accepted, receive an acceptance letter from the Regent University. Then, the accepted students have to submit all the required documents to the university in order to obtain an I-20 form. This form is required to apply for a student visa to study in the United States.

Students require the following documents to receive the I-20 form

Copy of passport (information and photo page)
Enrollment Deposit
Financial Certification Form
Copies of all required Immigration Documents

I-20 will be issued once the documents are verified. You can choose to receive the I-20 form either through FedEx or DHL.

Using the I-20 form, students need to fill the visa application form. Pay the SEVIS fee and application form fee to book an appointment at the nearest US embassy or consulate. Carry all the required documents to the interview.

Some of the important documents to carry are as follows

Transcripts
Passport
I-20 form
SEVIS fee payment receipt
Financial certification form

All accepted students must note. Following are the I-20 issuance deadlines at Regent University

Semester	Freshman I-20 Issuance Deadline	Transfer students I-20 Issuance deadline
Fall	June 15	July 15
Spring	October 15	December 1

Regent University Undergraduate Admissions

Regent University offers about 143 bachelor’s degree programs to its 4,541 undergraduate freshman and transfer students. To get admissions at Regent University’s undergraduate program, you must firstly complete the application form and pay the application fee. The additional requirements are as follows.

Admission Requirements:

Complete application form
Official transcripts, evaluated
SAT/ACT scores
English proficiency test scores
Personal statement
Copy of passport (information and photo page)
Copy of visa
Financial records (bank statements and supporting documents)

Regent University Graduate Admissions

Regent University offers 170 masters, 85 post masters or doctoral and a few other certificate programs to all its 4,939 graduate students. For getting admissions, the basic and additional (course-specific) requirements after paying the application fee of $50 are as follows.

Basic Admission Requirements:

Complete application form
Complete application questionnaire
Official transcripts, evaluated
GMAT/GRE scores
English proficiency test scores
Copy of passport (information and photo page)
Copy of visa
Financial records (affidavit of support & bank statements)

Additional requirements:

Some master’s degrees require a minimum of 3.0 GPA on a scale of 4
Some post-master’s degrees require a minimum of 3.5 GPA on a scale of 4
Resume or CV is required in most courses
Personal interviews are also scheduled in most courses.
Letters of recommendation are advised in some courses.

The admissions decision at Regent University is usually taken within 4-6 weeks after the application is successfully submitted. Applicants are notified of their admission results through email. Admissions to graduate courses are relatively competitive and are not only based on the students’ GPA. It is also based on their application questionnaire, resumes and even on their personal interviews.

FAQs

Ques1: How many semesters are there at Regent University?

Ans1: The academic year generally includes a fall and a spring semester. Although some academic programs require summer enrollment as well.

Ques2: Does Regent University offer any scholarships for international students?

Ans2: Yes, Regent University offers scholarships to both international and domestic students but the scholarships for international students are minimal.

Ques3: How long after graduation can I stay in the United States on the F-1 student visa?

Ans3: From the time of completion of your degree program or the end date on your I-20 document (whichever comes first), you will have 60 days to either obtain a new I-20 for a different degree program, submit an application to the USCIS (U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services) for a change of status to another immigration status or depart the United States.

Ques4: Does Regent University offer any doctoral programs?

Ans4: Yes, Regent University offers 85 post-masters or doctoral programs along with all the other programs it offers.

Ques5: How hard is it to get into Regent University?

Ans5: Regent University has an acceptance rate of 86% which makes it slightly competitive for students to get into the university.

Ques6: Will Regent University waive off SAT/ACT test scores as admission criteria during Covid-19?

Ans6: Yes, Regent University will waive off SAT/ACT if the students fill the Standardized Test Hardship Waiver Form.

Ques7: Who can I contact in case of an admissions query at Regent University?

Ans7: You can contact them by calling 1.800.846.4198, or via email at intladmissions@regent.edu.