Tuition & Financial Aid
Your education is among your most important investments, preparing you for far-reaching personal and professional dividends. The School of Education is pleased to offer a variety of ways to assist you with financing your graduate degree. Below you will find our tuition; current student financial aid scenarios; and several aid opportunities including merit scholarships, grants, loans and tuition assistance programs.
- Current K-12 Educators
- Licensure Program Applicants
- Higher Education Professionals
- Military (Active Duty, Veteran, Spouses)
Priority for scholarships, awards and grants is given to individuals who have a complete application submitted by the following dates (respective to each semester start).
- Fall Semester: August 1st
- Spring Semester: December 1st
- Summer Semester: April 1st
Note: In addition to these financial aid resources, we encourage you to conduct personal research on other private scholarship opportunities.
Education Pays
If you are looking to advance your career and increase your earning potential, it has been proven time and again that a higher degree is the optimal route to professional success.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, median weekly earnings in 2010 totaled $1,272 for those with a master's and $1,550 for those with a doctorate, compared with $1,038 for those with a bachelor's degree only. Moreover, individuals with graduate degrees have a significantly lower unemployment rate.
Regent's online, hybrid and on-campus master's, specialist and doctoral degrees can give you the edge you need to move ahead in your career. Contact us today to find out how to get started.
2011-2012 Tuition (Academic Year)
Degree Level / Program |
Cost per Credit Hour* |
Master of Education |
$665 |
Educational Specialist |
$750 |
Doctor of Education |
$850 |
Doctor of Philosophy |
$850 |
Career Switcher |
$225 |
Non-degree |
$200 |
*Non-degree students are ineligible for financial aid.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
Current Student Scenarios
Following you will find two current student aid scenarios, one at the master's level and one at the doctoral level. We offer these scenarios as examples of how Regent students may combine aid opportunities to minimize their out of pocket expense and loan amounts.
Latoya (27) Lynchburg, VA Individual Income: $37,000 M.Ed.K-12 Special Education |
Anthony (55) Virginia Beach, VA Family Income: $55,000 Doctor of Education |
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Yearly Tuition |
$11,970 (Fall/Spring) |
$15,300 (Fall/Spring/Summer) |
Dean's Scholarship |
$1,795 (15%) |
n/a |
Employer Reimbursement |
n/a |
$2,000 |
TEACH Grant |
$4,000 |
n/a |
Federal Loan |
$6,000 |
$8,500 |
Total out of Pocket* |
$175 |
$4,800 |
*Note: Student could take unsubsidized loan of up to $12,000 to finance remaining expenses.
General Aid
Aid Information |
Deadline |
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Value: Up to $20,500 per year Description: Fill out the FAFSA to find out if you qualify for federal aid. Apply online for quick results. Regent FAFSA code: 030913. Don't forget to apply for a pin. Find out more information about FAFSA and other loans. |
June 30 |
Church Matching Grant Value: Up to $1,500 per semester |
N/A |
Corporate Partners Value: 25% off tuition This scholarship/discount may not be combined with other school-based or University-based aid with the exception of the church-matching grant. |
N/A |
Dean's Scholarship Value: Up to 25% off tuition Description: The Dean's Scholarship is awarded by the admissions committee to master's admitted students, based on merit. The scholarship ranges from 10 to 25 percent of the total tuition cost. To apply, check the box on the application that asks if you are interested in financial aid. The following items are required for consideration.
This scholarship/discount may not be combined with other school-based or University-based aid with the exception of the church-matching grant. |
N/A |
Emerging Leaders Scholarship Value: 50% off tuition Applicants interested in competing for the 2011-2012 Emerging Leader scholarship should submit a completed application and all supporting documents by the required deadline dates – respective to each semester start. One Emerging Leader Scholarship awardee will be chosen each semester and will receive a 50 percent scholarship. Learn more. This scholarship/discount may not be combined with other school-based or University-based aid with the exception of the church-matching grant. |
Fall - August 1 Spring - December 1 Summer - April 1 |
Employer Reimbursement Deferment Value: Varies |
N/A |
Fellowship Programs Value: Full scholarship and stipend Description: The major purpose of the doctoral fellowship program is to afford promising students an opportunity to work with outstanding faculty supervisors in an attempt to strengthen the fellow's development as a scholar while supporting the research agenda of the supervisor. Find out more. |
March 1 |
Project Bridges Scholarship Value: 25% off tuition This scholarship/discount may not be combined with other school-based or University-based aid with the exception of the church-matching grant. |
N/A |
Tuition Installment Plan (TIP) |
N/A |
University-Wide Scholarships Value: Varies Description: The application is available in January each year for the award year beginning the following August. Make sure to check the “Yes, please consider me for any financial aid opportunities” box on your Application for Admission. Also be sure to complete the online application. |
March 2 |
Current K-12 Educators
Aid Information |
Deadline |
Christian Educators Association International Value: 25% off tuition This scholarship/discount may not be combined with other school-based or University-based aid with the exception of the church-matching grant. |
N/A |
Christian School Educators Discount Value: 25% off tuition This scholarship/discount may not be combined with other school-based or University-based aid with the exception of the church-matching grant. |
N/A |
Teach Grant Value: Up to $4,000 per year |
N/A |
Licensure Program Applicants
Aid Information |
Deadline |
Teach Grant Value: Up to $4,000 per year |
N/A |
Troops to Teachers Value: Varies |
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Virginia Teaching Scholarship Loan Program (VTSLP) Value: $2,000 per year |
May 15 |
Higher Education Professionals
Aid Information |
Deadline |
Council of Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) Value: 25% off tuition This scholarship/discount may not be combined with other school-based or University-based aid with the exception of the church-matching grant. |
N/A |
Military (Active Duty, Veteran, and Spouses)
Aid Information |
Deadline |
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Veteran & Active Duty Military Scholarship Value: 25% off tuition This scholarship/discount may not be combined with other school-based or University-based aid with the exception of the church-matching grant. |
N/A | |
Military Spouse Scholarship Value: 25% off tuition This scholarship/discount may not be combined with other school-based or University-based aid with the exception of the church-matching grant. |
N/A |
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Troops to Teachers Value: Varies |
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Yellow Ribbon & Veterans' Benefits Value: up to $17,500 per year Description: Regent University is pleased to participate in the Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program (Yellow Ribbon Program). Learn more about the Yellow Ribbon Program and all military benefits. |
N/A |
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Army ROTC Value: Varies |
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Non-University Resources
Contact Us:
- School of Education: 888.713.1595 or education@regent.edu
- Business Office: 877.850.8434 or busoff@regent.edu
- Financial Aid Office: 757.352.4125 or finaid@regent.edu
