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Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University is a medium, private institution located in Malibu, ca. Founded in 1937, Pepperdine University offers undergraduate degrees in 80 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 3,656 undergraduates
cost $63,142 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Pepperdine University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 48.7%
SAT score average 1399
ACT score average 30
Average high school GPA 3.65
Application fee $65
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Key deadlines

June
30
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November
01
183 days away Early Decision date

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Pepperdine University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
13 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Law and Legal Studies
Public Policy and Administration
Other
Health and Medical Professions
Education and Teaching

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Psychology, General
Law
International Business
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $63,142
Additional expenses
Room & board $18,560
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,500
Cost of attendance* $85,202
Average financial aid package $48,645
Estimated cost $36,557 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $63,142
Additional expenses
Room & board $18,560
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,500
Cost of attendance* $85,202
Average financial aid package $48,645
Estimated cost $36,557 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Pepperdine University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,656, with gender binary students split 42% male and 58% female.

Total enrollment

9,545

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
17%
African American %
1%
Hispanic American %
7%
Asian %
6%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
66%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Pepperdine University, students love their Nourish, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90263
phone 310-506-4000
address www.pepperdine.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Nourish

Pepperdine climbing club

Pepperdine pre-medicine club

Days for girls

Pepperdine weightlifting club

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Pepperdine University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Pepperdine University?

Pepperdine University is located in Malibu, ca.

What is the acceptance rate at Pepperdine University? 

The acceptance rate for Pepperdine University is 49%.

What’s the average GPA for Pepperdine University?

The average high school GPA for Pepperdine University students was 3.65.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Pepperdine University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Pepperdine University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $340,808.

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