Pepperdine University Reviews

"The GSEP program is a great program faculty is accessibly. Diverse cohorts. Technology support is great. Career Advising and Writing centers are flexible. Academic advisors keep you up to date with enrollment and are open to any questions. Would recommend this program to anyone."

"The pros of my graduate program are the professors. They are outstanding experts in their fields of study with years of experience and accomplishments. The notoriety of the University and their program is an added benefit when looking for potential careers. The cons of the university is the travel time around the campus. Due to the location on the side of a mountain, most of the traveling is done by foot which requires hiking up many hills and mountainsides. While driving is possible, it isn't the easiest method of travel to class or to other parts of the university.Read Less"

"Pepperdine University offers satellite graduate campuses throughout Southern California, staffed with high caliber adjunct professors."

"Overall I have been extremely pleased as a graduate student at Pepperdine University. The curriculum for my program is thorough, and extensive enough so that it ensures each graduate is well-versed in their field. The Pepperdine community/network is focused on fostering all students as best they can, and that atmosphere is easily identifiable on the campus. Also, the quality of academia at Pepperdine is well-known. Great things can be said about the faculty and staff as well, they are easily accessible and always willing to help in any facet. I am glad I have been given the opportunity to complete my graduate studies in Clinical Psychology & Marriage/Family Therapy at Pepperdine.Read Less"

"The first year of classes seems to be weighted more heavily than the second year classes (time & effort required). It is very reasonable to be employed full-time and attend the evening/weekend classes as well - your classmates will help each other get through the program! Some student choose to take 1 class at a time and finish in 3-4 years which may work better for your schedule. Overall, I am glad that I am earning my MBA. Good luck!"

"The Pepperdine MBA is a rigorous and high-quality program. The faculty are engaged with students and very accessible by e-mail and office hours. My faculty went out of their way to ensure that we understood the material. The grading is very competitive. The support offered by the student advisors, alums, and fellow students is very welcome."

"The learning environment is wonderful and so is the networking. However the program is expensive and that is a concern."

"Pros: Small classes, small faculty to student ratio, high level of faculty and staff support, high availability of classes, knowledgeable professors Cons: Cost"

"Good practical application of theory via projects and great cohort members. The downside is student services is not well prepared to deal with distance Ed students' needs."

"I feel very enriched so far into the first year of my graduate program at Pepperdine. The professors and experience have been amazing so far. Pepperdine is not cheap by any means but the reputation in brings I feel will benefit me in the future."

"Pepperdine has a GREAT program! I am so glad I chose this school!!"

"So far, I have enjoyed my experience at Pepperdine because I believe they have a strong Career Services team at the Graduate School of Education and Psychology that do an amazing job to help student determine their future career plans based on one's interest. They have shaped my outlook on the program, but I feel as if there are some aspects of the program that could use some work to meet the needs of the students. Especially for those attempting to pursue careers outside of the normal route students take.Read Less"

" The program is run by reputable faculty members and it's a great learning environment and I believe this is one of the best programs out there. Except maybe the cost!"

"The professors and students make the learning process fun and effective. But using student loans to pay for tuition is overwhelming and worrisome for the future."

"The teachers focus on empathy, quality of connectedness to clients and developing yourself as key roles in the future therapists career. Great diversity of backgrounds in the teachers."

"Located in beautiful Malibu, Pepperdine is the perfect setting for the stress of law school. The professors apply the right amount of pressure while still being approachable outside of class. The on-campus living is incredibly close to the law school, and feel like you are living in a fancy hotel suite. With a growing reputation and excellent work placement within the area (not so much outside), Pepperdine is a really up and coming Law program."

"I attend the Fully Employed program at Pepperdine. Therefore, I work all day and then go to class. However, though it is a fully employed, Pepperdine has gone the extra mile to provide that college experience. We just recently had a workshop that really brought my fellow classmates and I together. The classes are great and I really feel like I'm learning what I came to Pepperdine to learn. I am also taking my classes at Encino instead of Malibu so that makes it easier for me commute wise. The not so great part is that a lot of the great networking opportunities are more catered to the Full Time students at the Malibu campus. However, over all the experience has been great, and one I am really grateful for.Read Less"

"Great program. Very intensive schedule. More than one campus you could choose to take class. Some professors are really great. But you need to network hard by yourself to find a job."

"The classes are small and you get lots of direct communication with the professors. There is lots of hands on experience. The school has an excellent placement program for internships and career advancement. The only con, there are quite a few adjunct professors and some of them and phoning it in a little."

"This program is AMAZING!! The professors are top notch, all the staff is helpful and cooperative. They make the process easy. The courses are unique, applicable to life, insightful and taught by the best in each field. The Law Library has the most incredible view of the Pacific Ocean which makes you want to go there and study, they also provide hot coffee and DVD's you can check out. The weather is wonderful. Pepperdine has made the graduate school experience enjoyable!"