Pepperdine University

Private
MalibuCA
Suburb

Estimated Net Cost

(per year)
$53k

Estimated Post Grad Salary

(per year)
$68k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent

Pros

  • Beautiful campus near the beach

  • Strong focus on values and ethics

  • Small class sizes with personalized attention

  • Diverse study programs and partnerships

Cons

  • High tuition costs

  • Limited on-campus housing

  • Can be isolated due to its location

  • Weather can be unpredictable

Tuition and Costs

Understanding Tuition Costs at Pepperdine University: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at Pepperdine University. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

Most Recent Tuition Costs

Understanding Tuition Costs at Pepperdine University: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at Pepperdine University. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

Yearly4 years
Tuition and Fees
$66,742$266,968
Room and Board
$23,270$93,080
Books and Supplies
$1,000$4,000
Other expenses
$2,500$10,000
Sticker Price$93,512$374,048

Historical Tuition Costs

Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $2,247 per year over the next three years, reaching $68,989 in 2024, and $71,236 in 2025, and $73,483 in 2026.

Return On Education

Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

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Pepperdine University stands in the premier league, positioned within the top institutions for return on education, delivering unparalleled value and setting its graduates on a path to remarkable success.

Admissions

Pepperdine University admissions is selective with an acceptance rate of 49%. The application deadline can be found on the institution's website.
Admission Rate
49%
Graduation Rate
83%

Admissions Requirements

SAT Range
1285 - 1480
ACT Range
28 - 32
High School GPA

N/A

Key dates

Application Deadline
See college website
Early Decision Date
See college website
Early Action Date
See college website

Majors & Degrees

Explore the range of academic programs offered at this institution.
Sciences3 programs
Natural Sciences
Bachelor's Degree
Psychology
Bachelor's Degree
Psychology
Master's Degree
Interdisciplinary3 programs
Area Studies
Bachelor's Degree
Area Studies
Master's Degree
Other Interdisciplinary
Bachelor's Degree
Sustainability StudiesBachelor's Degree
HistoryBachelor's Degree
Humanities4 programs
Ethnic & Cultural Studies
Bachelor's Degree
International Studies
Bachelor's Degree
Dispute Resolution
Undergraduate Certificate
Dispute Resolution
Master's Degree
Communications5 programs
Communication & Media Studies
Bachelor's Degree
Journalism
Bachelor's Degree
Communications
Bachelor's Degree
Writing
Bachelor's Degree
Linguistics6 programs
Broadcasting
Bachelor's Degree
Broadcasting
Master's Degree
PR & Advertising
Bachelor's Degree
Germanic Languages
Bachelor's Degree
Romance Languages
Bachelor's Degree
Middle Eastern Languages
Bachelor's Degree
IT ManagementBachelor's Degree
Education11 programs
Education General
Master's Degree
Education Administration
Master's Degree
Education Administration
Doctoral Degree – Research
Instructional Media
Master's Degree
Instructional Media
Doctoral Degree – Research
Teacher Training
Bachelor's Degree
Teacher Training
Master's Degree
Subject-Specific Teaching
Bachelor's Degree
ESL Teaching
Master's Degree
Kinesiology
Bachelor's Degree
Health2 programs
Nutrition Science
Bachelor's Degree
Nutrition Science
Doctoral Degree – Other
Law3 programs
Law
Doctoral Degree – Research
Law
Doctoral Degree – Professional
Legal Research
Master's Degree
Liberal ArtsBachelor's Degree
BiologyBachelor's Degree
Mathematics4 programs
Mathematics
Bachelor's Degree
Applied Mathematics
Master's Degree
Math & Computer Science
Bachelor's Degree
Management Science
Master's Degree
EconomicsBachelor's Degree
PhilosophyBachelor's Degree
Religion4 programs
Religious Studies
Bachelor's Degree
Religious Studies
Master's Degree
Other Philosophy & Religion
Master's Degree
Theology
Master's Degree
ChemistryBachelor's Degree
PhysicsBachelor's Degree
Psychology4 programs
Clinical Psychology
Bachelor's Degree
Clinical Psychology
Master's Degree
Clinical Psychology
Doctoral Degree – Research
Clinical Psychology
Doctoral Degree – Professional
Government2 programs
Public Policy
Master's Degree
Political Science
Bachelor's Degree
SociologyBachelor's Degree
Arts6 programs
Theatre
Bachelor's Degree
Theatre
Master's Degree
Film & Photography
Bachelor's Degree
Fine Arts
Bachelor's Degree
Music
Bachelor's Degree
Arts Management
Bachelor's Degree
Business14 programs
Business Management
Bachelor's Degree
Business Management
Master's Degree
Business Management
Doctoral Degree – Research
Business Management
Doctoral Degree – Other
Accounting
Undergraduate Certificate
Accounting
Bachelor's Degree
Accounting
Master's Degree
Finance
Bachelor's Degree
Finance
Master's Degree
Human Resources
Master's Degree
International Business
Bachelor's Degree
International Business
Master's Degree
International Business
Doctoral Degree – Other
Real Estate
Master's Degree
EntrepreneurshipMaster's Degree

Student Life

Learn about the community, campus culture, and experiences that shape student life at this college.

Student Breakdown

Total Enrollment732
Full-time Students732
Part-time Students0

Faculty

Faculty-Student Ratio:13:1
Full-Time FacultyN/A
Part-Time FacultyN/A

Reviews and Ratings

For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about Pepperdine University. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

Tuition Covered Rating
(4.4)
Niche
(3.8)
US News
(4.7)

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