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 SciencesBachelor's Degree
PsychologyBachelor's Degree
PsychologyMaster's Degree
Interdisciplinary3 programs
Area StudiesBachelor's Degree
Area StudiesMaster's Degree
Other InterdisciplinaryBachelor's Degree
Sustainability StudiesBachelor's Degree
HistoryBachelor's Degree
Humanities4 programs
Ethnic & Cultural StudiesBachelor's Degree
International StudiesBachelor's Degree
Dispute ResolutionUndergraduate Certificate
Dispute ResolutionMaster's Degree
Communications5 programs
Communication & Media StudiesBachelor's Degree
JournalismBachelor's Degree
CommunicationsBachelor's Degree
WritingBachelor's Degree
Linguistics6 programs
BroadcastingBachelor's Degree
BroadcastingMaster's Degree
PR & AdvertisingBachelor's Degree
Germanic LanguagesBachelor's Degree
Romance LanguagesBachelor's Degree
Middle Eastern LanguagesBachelor's Degree
IT ManagementBachelor's Degree
Education11 programs
Education GeneralMaster's Degree
Education AdministrationMaster's Degree
Education AdministrationDoctoral Degree – Research
Instructional MediaMaster's Degree
Instructional MediaDoctoral Degree – Research
Teacher TrainingBachelor's Degree
Teacher TrainingMaster's Degree
Subject-Specific TeachingBachelor's Degree
ESL TeachingMaster's Degree
KinesiologyBachelor's Degree
Health2 programs
Nutrition ScienceBachelor's Degree
Nutrition ScienceDoctoral Degree – Other
Law3 programs
LawDoctoral Degree – Research
LawDoctoral Degree – Professional
Legal ResearchMaster's Degree
Liberal ArtsBachelor's Degree
BiologyBachelor's Degree
Mathematics4 programs
MathematicsBachelor's Degree
Applied MathematicsMaster's Degree
Math & Computer ScienceBachelor's Degree
Management ScienceMaster's Degree
EconomicsBachelor's Degree
PhilosophyBachelor's Degree
Religion4 programs
Religious StudiesBachelor's Degree
Religious StudiesMaster's Degree
Other Philosophy & ReligionMaster's Degree
TheologyMaster's Degree
ChemistryBachelor's Degree
PhysicsBachelor's Degree
Psychology4 programs
Clinical PsychologyBachelor's Degree
Clinical PsychologyMaster's Degree
Clinical PsychologyDoctoral Degree – Research
Clinical PsychologyDoctoral Degree – Professional
Government2 programs
Public PolicyMaster's Degree
Political ScienceBachelor's Degree
SociologyBachelor's Degree
Arts6 programs
TheatreBachelor's Degree
TheatreMaster's Degree
Film & PhotographyBachelor's Degree
Fine ArtsBachelor's Degree
MusicBachelor's Degree
Arts ManagementBachelor's Degree
Business14 programs
Business ManagementBachelor's Degree
Business ManagementMaster's Degree
Business ManagementDoctoral Degree – Research
Business ManagementDoctoral Degree – Other
AccountingUndergraduate Certificate
AccountingBachelor's Degree
AccountingMaster's Degree
FinanceBachelor's Degree
FinanceMaster's Degree
Human ResourcesMaster's Degree
International BusinessBachelor's Degree
International BusinessMaster's Degree
International BusinessDoctoral Degree – Other
Real EstateMaster'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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