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Earn Your Ph.D. in Renewal Theology
Invest in a doctorate degree that can widen your impact and career prospects in church and ministry. Regent’s Doctor of Philosophy in Renewal Studies can enable you to obtain your doctoral degree while remaining within your life or career context. You can prepare yourself to contribute to the wider conversation of the theological academy from a Renewal perspective. You’ll also explore academic and spiritual aspects of biblical studies, Church history and Renewal theology to enhance your studies. Choose a specialized concentration that aligns with your interests and career goals — all presented from a Christian worldview.
- Learn strategies that equip emerging church leaders across the globe.
- Grow personally and professionally while exploring a broad array of research.
- Publish original research utilizing advanced academic research methodologies.
- Enjoy a two-week residency each semester on campus in Virginia Beach.
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Access a financial aid package customized for your situation, including scholarships to help pay for college.- 80% of Regent students receive financial aid
- Nearly $24 million in institutional scholarships and aid provided in 2023-24
- Our Financial Aid team assists you in planning how to pay for college, creating aid packages tailored to your needs
Online Classes
Nearly 75% of our military students complete their coursework entirely online. Our flexible online options enable you to earn your degree around your family, work, and life commitments.- Customizable degrees in today’s most in-demand fields
- Convenient 8- and 15-week course sessions
- Generous transfer policy—up to 90 credit hours!
Military Support
Regent is proud to support the military with discounts and awards, flexible class sessions, and one-on-one assistance to help you succeed in your degree program.- Active-duty tuition assistance and military benefits counseling
- VA educational benefits for service members and their spouses and dependents
- Academic advising and tutoring
- Free career coaching and employment services
- Dedicated Green Zone campus supporting military and veteran students
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Hear From Our Students
2LT Whitney Mathis
M. Div., 2020"I received a direct commission to the U.S. Army Reserves in the rank of Second Lieutenant on April 10, 2019. The decision to pursue a military career came as a result of my prayerfully discerning a clear call from God to join ministry, specifically through military chaplaincy during this time."
Kenneth Chandler
Doctor of Strategic Leadership, 2015"Regent does a really good job of helping you realize that you are supposed to do something, and I’m appreciative for that exposure and experience."
Tierra S. Gibbs
M.A., 2012"My journey through the School of Divinity was transformational, challenging and inspirational. The Spirit-filled faculty and staff were dedicated to my success as a student and a military officer. My classes — both on campus and online — exuded excellence and sound biblical teaching."