Regent University Transfer Credits Guide — ACE & NCCRS Course Equivalency

Yes. Regent University evaluates ACE and NCCRS recommendations through its registrar, along with CLEP and military training. The key is whether the course content and credit hours fit Regent’s degree requirements. For example, a UPI Study general education course may come in as elective credit if it doesn’t match a specific Regent requirement exactly. Some professional programs review transfer work more tightly than others, so the final decision can depend on the college.

Regent generally accepts a large share of prior college work, but the exact maximum depends on the degree level and school. For undergraduate programs, students usually need to complete a substantial portion of the degree at Regent, and upper-level major courses often have residency expectations. External ACE/NCCRS credit is usually more limited than regionally accredited college credit and may land as elective credit. The registrar makes the final call on how much applies to your degree audit.

Regent works with community college transfer credit on a course-by-course basis, and Virginia community college students often have the smoothest path because of established state transfer patterns. If a course matches Regent’s content and credit value, it can post directly to the degree plan. UPI Study credits are evaluated the same way in principle, but they come in through ACE/NCCRS documentation instead of a transcript from a community college. That means the registrar is looking at equivalency, not just where the credit came from.

First, request your official transcript from UPI Study after you finish the course. Then send it to Regent University’s registrar or admissions office as part of your transfer file. Regent may route the credit to the academic department for review before it posts to your record. In many cases, you’ll know the result after the transcript is evaluated, and you can ask about credit placement before registration if you’re planning your next term.

Regent’s undergraduate tuition is about $470 per credit hour. Thirty credits at that rate comes to roughly $14,100, before fees. UPI Study’s $499 yearly plan is a fraction of that, so even a small block of accepted ACE/NCCRS credit can lower what you still need to pay at Regent. The real savings show up when those credits replace general education courses you’d otherwise take at Regent’s rate.

Regent is best known for the School of Law, the School of Business & Leadership, the College of Arts & Sciences, and its education and counseling programs. Transfer credits work best when they clear general education requirements, because that frees up room for the major sequence in those schools. If you bring in UPI Study credits early, you can keep your Regent schedule focused on upper-level major courses instead of repeating basic requirements. That matters most in programs with fixed course order, like business and education.

Regent’s usual undergraduate transfer benchmark is a 2.0 GPA, which is the standard minimum for many students. Stronger grades help if you’re applying to a more selective program or if your prior coursework is uneven. UPI Study course grades do not factor into Regent’s transfer GPA the way college transcripts do, but the courses can still support your degree plan by filling credit requirements. If your GPA is close to the cutoff, pair solid grades with a clean explanation of your academic goals.

Regent admits transfers for fall and spring entry, and deadlines can shift by program. Undergraduate applicants should plan early, since transcript review takes time and some schools need extra evaluation before registration. If you’re finishing UPI Study courses, complete them well before you apply so the official transcript is ready when Regent asks for it. That makes the credit review a lot smoother.

Regent typically has two main intake periods for undergraduates: fall and spring. Some graduate and online programs may have additional starts, depending on the school. Transfer students usually follow the same seasonal pattern, but the exact start date depends on the program.

Regent uses term-based deadlines rather than a single rolling date for everything. Fall and spring deadlines vary by program, and some graduate schools set earlier cutoffs than undergraduate admissions. Transfer students should check the specific college they’re applying to, because law, business, and education may not share the same timeline.

Yes, Regent accepts transfer students and evaluates outside credit directly through the registrar. It’s especially workable for students coming from community colleges, military training, or ACE/NCCRS-backed coursework. The university’s online degree options also make it easier for adult learners to finish what they started. The biggest issue isn’t whether credit can transfer; it’s how it fits the degree plan.

Regent’s undergraduate admissions have been test-optional in recent cycles, with some exceptions depending on the applicant’s academic record and program. Transfer students usually focus more on college GPA and prior coursework than SAT or ACT scores. If you’re applying to a specialized program, check that school’s requirements separately, since they can differ from general undergraduate admission.

Yes, Regent provides orientation for new students, and transfer students usually have their own onboarding process. It’s meant to help with registration, advising, and campus or online systems. If you’re coming in with transfer credit, orientation is a good time to confirm what posted and what still needs review.

Regent offers both on-campus and online programs. The Virginia Beach campus includes residence halls, so students can live on site if they want the residential experience. A large share of Regent students study online, which is one reason transfer and adult learners often fit in well there.

Regent offers merit scholarships, need-based aid, and program-specific awards, and transfer students may qualify for some of them. The exact options depend on whether you’re undergraduate, graduate, or in a professional school. Students should also check for military-friendly aid and any school-specific scholarships inside business, education, or law.

Most students finish a single course in 2–4 weeks studying a few hours per day. There are no deadlines. You can go faster if you already know the material, or spread it out over a couple of months if you're working full-time. The self-paced format means your schedule decides the timeline, not a semester calendar.

ACE (American Council on Education) and NCCRS (National College Credit Recommendation Service) are organizations that evaluate non-traditional coursework and recommend it for college credit. They're the same bodies that evaluate military training and CLEP exams. Over 2,100 US universities have policies to accept credits from ACE/NCCRS-evaluated sources. The recommendation doesn't automatically mean a specific university will take every course — each registrar evaluates independently — but it's the standard credential for this type of transfer.

Once you pass a course, you can request an official transcript through the UPI Study portal. Transcripts are processed within a few business days and sent directly to your university's registrar, or provided as a PDF for you to submit yourself. The transcript lists completed courses, credit hours, grades, and the ACE/NCCRS recommendation reference.