Pepperdine University

Malibu, CA · Private nonprofit · 4-year

Pepperdine University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution located in Malibu, CA. It has a 49.9% acceptance rate, with a median SAT score of 1450 and median ACT of 32. The average net price is $58,098. Pepperdine University is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate

49.9%

12,457 applicants

SAT Median

1450

Combined score

ACT Median

32

Composite score

Avg Net Price

$58,098

After financial aid

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate

0.8%

Retention Rate

87.6%

Median Earnings (10yr)

N/A

Student Body

3,553

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at Pepperdine University:

Family IncomeAvg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000$50,560
$30,001 – $48,000$42,674
$48,001 – $75,000$51,063
$75,001 – $110,000$61,851
$110,000+$65,081

Top Majors at Pepperdine University

MajorDegrees Awarded
Business, Management & Marketing244
Communication & Journalism104
Psychology93
Social Sciences91
Parks, Recreation & Fitness70
Visual & Performing Arts53
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies52
Biological & Biomedical Sciences48
English Language & Literature17
Philosophy & Religious Studies14

Financial Aid at Pepperdine University

About Pepperdine University

Official website: https://www.pepperdine.edu/

Admissions: https://www.pepperdine.edu/admission

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