Computer Science at Regent University

A Computer Science bachelor's from Regent sits right at the state median for earnings, with comparable Virginia programs suggesting first-year earnings around $72,000. The estimated $25,000 in debt produces a 0.35 debt-to-earnings ratio—meaning graduates would owe roughly four months of their first-year salary. That's a manageable starting point, especially in a field where salaries typically climb steadily in the early career years.

The challenge is understanding what Regent specifically brings to the table. While peer programs in Virginia produce outcomes ranging from about $67,000 at Radford to $85,000 at William & Mary and George Mason, we don't have actual graduate data from Regent itself due to small cohort sizes. The school serves a substantial population of Pell Grant recipients (48%), which matters for families stretching to afford tuition, and its 41% admission rate suggests reasonable accessibility.

For a parent, the question becomes whether Regent's specific environment—its Christian mission, smaller scale, and location in Virginia Beach—aligns with what your student needs to succeed in Computer Science. The estimated numbers suggest typical outcomes for Virginia CS programs, neither standout nor worrisome. But without knowing how Regent's actual graduates fare in terms of job placement, internship connections, or curriculum strength, you're making this decision somewhat blind. Visit campus, talk to current CS students and their professors, and ask pointed questions about where recent graduates landed jobs.