Certificate of Graduate Studies in Political Campaign Strategies & Management
Regent’s Certificate in Political Campaign Strategies & Management, offered fully online with some optional on-campus components, will equip you to influence the direction of American government at the local, state and federal levels. You’ll learn how to effectively manage political campaigns, connect with campaign centers, develop winning strategies, raise awareness through social media and more. Here’s your chance to mobilize your Christian leadership to make a difference in a politically charged world.
Upon completing this political campaign certificate, you will be able to:
- Apply best practices for managing election campaigns and legislative initiatives.
- Strategically communicate with constituents, advise candidates and navigate political culture.
- Persuade citizens through conventional and social media and respond quickly and accurately as a principled influencer.
This interdisciplinary certificate may prepare you for a career as a campaign manager, poling analyst, congressional staffer, lobbyist or fundraiser at the state and federal levels.
The Certificate of Graduate Studies offers an excellent opportunity for those not requiring a master’s degree. This option is often used by those needing continuing education credits or for those who wish to complement their existing degree with additional training for career advancement. Upon completing the certificate, students have the option of applying to the master’s program, and if accepted, all courses taken toward the certificate transfer in.
2020-2021 Semester Check-In Deadlines:
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester 2 weeks prior to the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
Session A | Friday, August 14 | Monday, August 24 |
Session M | Friday, September 11 | Monday, September 21 |
Session B | Friday, October 16 | Monday, October 26 |
Session C | Tuesday, January 5 | Monday, January 11 |
Session T | Friday, January 29 | Monday, February 8 |
Session D | Friday, March 5 | Monday, March 15 |
Session E | Friday, April 30 | Monday, May 10 |
Session F | Friday, June 11 | Monday, June 21 |
Application Process:
1. Complete Your Online Application
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office for assistance.
2. Pay Your $25 Application Fee
Pay the $25 nonrefundable application fee by check or money order mailed to Regent University, Enrollment Support Services, 1000 Regent University Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23464.
3. Provide Your Unofficial College Transcripts
We require an official transcript indicating successful completion of a bachelor’s degree program. Regent has partnered with DocuSign to offer a secure, electronic way for your previous college transcripts to be delivered on your behalf once you have registered for your first semester.
If you have an unofficial copy of your college transcripts, please email those to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: RSG Certificate Application Pieces.
If you are an international student, or you earned college credit at non-US institutions, please submit your transcripts for a third-party course-by-course evaluation. Learn more and find recommended agencies.
4. Complete an Admissions Questionnaire Regarding Your Professional Goals and Interests
5. International Applicants
Visit the International Students Admissions page for additional admission requirements and to determine if you qualify as an international student.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
2019-20 Tuition Rates
Degree Level / Program | Cost Per Credit Hour |
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Certificate Program | $675 per credit (In-state & Out-of-state) |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $700 |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $550 |
2020-21 Tuition Rates
Degree Level / Program | Cost Per Credit Hour |
---|---|
Certificate Program | $675 per credit (In-state & Out-of-state) |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $750 |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $600 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
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