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ACCEPTANCE RATE

31.72%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

91%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

26

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$30,372

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Pepperdine University

1570 E Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA

Pepperdine University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Malibu, CA, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The Churches of Christ affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Enrollment at Pepperdine University exceeds 7,600 annually.

Students may select from many areas of study, including:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Legal Professions And Studies
  • Psychology
  • Education

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. The majority of students at this school scored in a range of 1660 to 1990 on the SAT exam. 32% of those students that apply are admitted to Pepperdine University, of which 23 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at pepperdine.edu.

Tuition is approximately $45,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's the Pepperdine University tuition calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $10,000. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Pepperdine University is the "Waves", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Soccer (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Swimming (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Pepperdine University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

Pepperdine University has a total student population of about 8,000. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 10% enrolling as graduate students and 46% as undergraduate students.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

  • Tuition is estimated to be around $61,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
  • Part time students pay in the range of $1,700 to $2,100 per unit
  • The estimated cost for room and board is around $19,000

Financial Aid Details

The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.

 Percent of StudentsAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid91%-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships91%$29,921
Receiving Student Loans48%$7,591
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Pepperdine University may offer services like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Assisting students to find work

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

  • Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) Program
  • Dietetics Program
  • Law Program
  • Music Program

Intercollegiate Athletics

Pepperdine University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (West Coast Conference)
  • Basketball (West Coast Conference)
  • Track and Field (West Coast Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo
  • Beach Volleyball
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Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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  • Biological and Biomedical Sciences

  • Legal Professions and Studies

  • Mathematics and Statistics

  • Theology and Religious Vocations

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