Virginia Beach, VA – Regent University's Division III provisional membership application has been approved by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and is set to begin September 1, 2025.

"We are beyond excited to receive this news and celebrate another historical step in the history of our university. We are proud to share the NCAA philosophy and values of teamwork, discipline, perseverance, and leadership," said Michael W. Allen, Director of Athletics at Regent. "This God-ordained path is a significant step forward for our athletic program. Regent is called to pursue excellence. Therefore, we remain committed to educating and developing the whole student-athlete, as we take our program to the next level and strive to complete the vision of our late founder, Dr. Pat Robertson, of pursuing excellence in the athletic arena."

Regent is currently in the midst of completing its exploratory year. Once Regent begins its three-year provisional stage of Division III membership, the university will be required to comply with all NCAA policies, procedures and legislation, while meeting all NCAA benchmarks for new members.

The NCAA is using the following 5-year timeline for Division III membership:

· 2024-25: Regent's exploratory year in NCAA Division III

· 2025-26: Year 1 of Provisional Membership

· 2026-27: Year 2 of Provisional Membership

· 2027-28: Year 3 of Provisional Membership

· 2028-29: Regent will become a full member of NCAA Division III.

During the provisional stage, Regent University will not compete in Division III postseason tournaments. The university will continue competing in the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) and will begin competing in the Coast-To-Coast Conference next season.