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| Location | Malibu, California |
| Online | pepperdine.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Religious Affiliation | Churches of Christ |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Malibu, California, Pepperdine University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Churches of Christ faith. In the most recent statistical year 11,855 prospective students applied, and 6,249 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,024 enrolled in the school. 6,377 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,069 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $59,450 plus fees of $252. Pepperdine is ranked 130 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Pepperdine is rated within the top 25% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Pepperdine University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#130 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#102 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#18 in Best Colleges in California
#12 in Best Private Colleges in California
#454 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#31 in Best Value Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1260/1440 |
| ACT | 25/30 |
| GPA | 3.74 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 5, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,250 |
| Other Fees | $252 |
| Room and Board | $16,700 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $80,152 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 27% |
| Communication | 22% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| General Studies | 8% |
| Psychology | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=121150 IPEDS survey data for Pepperdine University.
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