Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
49.85%
SAT Average
1,367
ACT Range
26-32
Pepperdine University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 49.85%. This means approximately 499 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,629 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
49.85%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $66,742 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $66,742 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $85,202 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $45,409 | State avg: $19,695. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 19.61% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 38.42% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Pepperdine University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$66,742
Room and board
$23,270
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$2,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$85,202
Average net price
$45,409
Average aid coverage
47%
$39,793 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Pepperdine University pays approximately $45,409 per year after grants and aid. This is above the California average of $19,695 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Pepperdine University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to California and national averages.
Pepperdine University net price
$45,409
California average
$19,695
National average
$17,506
Pepperdine University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $66,742 and average net price at $45,409. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$66,742
Current net price
$45,409
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
84.67%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$82,939
Undergraduates
3,629
10-Year Median Earnings - Pepperdine University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Pepperdine University graduates earn about 1.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Pepperdine University?
Undergraduates
3,629
Completion rate
84.67%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
19.61%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
38.42%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 19.61% of Pepperdine University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 38.42% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Pepperdine University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Pepperdine University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Pepperdine University lists Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
Pepperdine University is listed at 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90263. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Pepperdine University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | 49.85% | $66,742 | $45,409 | $82,939 |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $143,238 |
| Harvey Mudd College | 13.06% | $66,255 | $32,492 | $138,687 |
| California Institute of Technology | 3.14% | $63,255 | $18,902 | $128,566 |
| Stanford University | 3.91% | $62,484 | $12,136 | $124,080 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pepperdine University's acceptance rate?
Pepperdine University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 49.85%.
How much is Pepperdine University tuition?
Pepperdine University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $66,742.
What is Pepperdine University's average net price?
Pepperdine University's average net price in the local dataset is $45,409.
What does Pepperdine University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $36,463 for Pepperdine University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Pepperdine University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $82,939 for Pepperdine University.
Is Pepperdine University accredited?
Pepperdine University's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend Pepperdine University?
The local dataset lists 3,629 undergraduate students at Pepperdine University.
What percentage of Pepperdine University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Pepperdine University in the local dataset is 19.61%.
What is the federal loan rate at Pepperdine University?
The federal loan rate for Pepperdine University in the local dataset is 38.42%.
Where should I verify Pepperdine University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Pepperdine University or the latest official federal education data.