Regent UniversityStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Virginia Beach, VA. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · August Session (A) 2026

The semester, explained for Regent University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
August Session (A) 2026
Campus terms
11
Local details
10

Academic calendar

August Session (A) 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 17, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

32 entries
  1. Summer 2026 June Session (F)Summer 2026 Session F
  2. August Session (A) 2026August Session (A) Fall 2026Fall 2026 August Session (A)Relevant now
  3. Fall Semester 2026 Full Term
  4. School of Law Fall Semester 2026 (J.D. & LL.M.)
  5. Fall 2026 September Session (M)September Session (M) 2026September Session (M) Fall 2026
  6. Fall 2026 October Session (B)October Session (B) 2026October Session (B) Fall 2026
  7. January Session (C) 2027January Session (C) Spring 2027Spring 2027 January Session (C)
  8. Spring Semester 2027 Full Term
  9. School of Law Spring Semester 2027 (J.D. & LL.M.)
  10. February Session (T) 2027February Session (T) Spring 2027Spring 2027 February Session (T)
  11. March Session (D) 2027March Session (D) Spring 2027Spring 2027 March Session (D)
  12. May Session (E) 2027May Session (E) Summer 2027Summer 2027 May Session (E)
  13. School of Law Summer Session 2027 (J.D. & LL.M.)Summer Semester 2027 Full Term
  14. June Session (F) 2027June Session (F) Summer 2027Summer 2027 June Session (F)

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Campus language

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11 terms

C

CFA
Center for Christian Thought & Action, a prominent campus organization focused on faith and public life.

F

Founders
Refers to the Founders Inn and Spa, the hotel adjacent to campus that shares facilities and dining with the university.

M

Moka
Moka 190, the campus coffee shop located in the Communication Building.

R

Ring by Spring
A common term in Christian campus culture referring to the goal of getting engaged before graduation in the spring.

S

SAB
Student Activities Board, the student-led group responsible for planning campus events.
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.
Swan Terrace
The upscale dining room located in the adjacent Founders Inn and Spa, often used for special student events.

T

The Commons
Regent Commons, the primary on-campus housing for undergraduate students.
The Fountain
The central landmark in the campus quad, frequently used as a meeting spot for students.
The Ordinary
The main colonial-themed dining hall located in the Student Center.
The Village
Regent Village, the apartment-style housing complex primarily for graduate students and students with families.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
77_coffeehouse
77 Coffeehouse
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) where students access course materials and submit assignments.
Genisys
The official student information system used for registration, checking grades, and financial aid.
Life Group
Small, student-led spiritual community groups that meet regularly for prayer and fellowship.
Regent ID
The mandatory student identification card used for building access and meal plans.
Robertson
Robertson Hall, the main building for the School of Law and the Robertson School of Government.
Shaw
Shaw Chapel, the primary spiritual center on campus where weekly Chapel services are held.
The Comm
The Communication & Performing Arts Center, housing the cinema-television and theater departments.
The Library
The University Library, a central hub for research and study.
the_ordinary_cafe
The Ordinary Cafe

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What academic term is relevant now?
August Session (A) 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Oct 17, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Regent University Intramural Sports

Offers a variety of sport-themed events and semester-long leagues for students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The cost is typically $10 per season.

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Moot Court Board

Dedicated to equipping law students with effective advocacy skills through hosting internal competitions and participating in external competitions.

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Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED)

Regent University's Chapter of Alpha Epsilon Delta, a National Health Preprofessional Honor Society for undergraduate students pursuing careers in healthcare.

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Color Run

A 5K run hosted by the Student Activities Board (SAB) to kick off the school year, where participants get covered in colorful powder as they run across campus.

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Campus rituals

Harvest Fest

A carnival-style event held in mid-October with fall-inspired activities like pumpkin decorating, a cakewalk, a live DJ, and free chili.

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Resources & spaces

Campus Ministries

Offers service opportunities and fosters discipleship to provide emotional and spiritual support and growth for students.

Open to all

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Career Services

Offers networking and career fairs, resume and interview support, career coaching, and internship and job-search tools.

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Counseling Services

Provides free professional counseling to Regent students, including individual, group, and pre-marital/marriage counseling, assessments, and workshops.

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Office of Advising

Serves as a central liaison to help students navigate through degree requirements, financial aid, and academic standing.

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Life in Virginia Beach for Regent University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Virginia Beach.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,649

Cost of Living Index

114

Student Population

20,000

City Transportation

Walkability

43

Bikeability

49

Public Transit

Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) bus network, VB Wave seasonal trolleys

Nearest Airports

Norfolk International Airport, Virginia Beach Airport (general aviation)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

62°F

Avg Snowfall

6 in

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Parking and Transit

Regent Village

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Primary parking for residents of Regent Village.

General Campus Parking

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Includes designated areas for students, staff, and visitors across the main campus.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Regent University

First Day of Fall Semester

August 24, 2026

Regent University Campus

The official start of the fall semester for all academic programs at Regent University.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Regent University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

5 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Constitution Hall

Room types: studio/double, triple, quad

Foundation Hall

Room types: studio/double, triple, quad

Regent Commons

Capacity: 520

Room types: triple occupancy one-bedroom, shared studio, four-bedroom/two-bath suite

Regent Village

Capacity: 400

Room types: two-bedroom, three-bedroom

Regent Village Phase I

Capacity: 4

Room types: two-bedroom one-bathroom (max 4 residents)

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@regentu.edu

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