Pepperdine University Reviews

  • 101 Reviews
  • Malibu (CA)
  • Annual Tuition: $63,142
90% of 101 students said this degree improved their career prospects
95% of 101 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Student & Graduate Reviews

Ashley Gilmore
  • Reviewed: 3/3/2014
  • Degree: Psychology
" 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!"
Shauna Grant
  • Reviewed: 3/1/2014
  • Degree: MBA
"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."
Eric Ruffing
  • Reviewed: 2/20/2014
  • Degree: Health Sciences
"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."
Allison Davenport
  • Reviewed: 2/4/2014
  • Degree: Law
"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."
Daisy Guo
  • Reviewed: 1/26/2014
  • Degree: MBA
"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."
Jon Sorensen
  • Reviewed: 1/24/2014
  • Degree: Psychology
"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."
Faith Brown
  • Reviewed: 1/3/2014
  • Degree: Law
"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!"
Arabo Beiki
  • Reviewed: 12/23/2013
  • Degree: MBA
"Fantastic alumni network west of the Mississippi. The faculty are very accommodating and approachable. Their years of experience and connections prove invaluable to an MBA student. Class sizes are intimate and enjoyable, with students and professors openly interacting on a first-name basis. With a reasonable student population, student interaction and networking is effortless and easy. Graduate campus is of modest size, providing centralized location for all student activities, lectures, and events. Social life is a bit on the quiet size when living on-campus; most events occur in neighboring Santa Monica. Though housing is very peaceful and study-friendly, socializing takes much effort. Mixers and networking activities are present, but mostly outside of campus."
Jamie Holzer
  • Reviewed: 11/14/2013
  • Degree: Law
"I think Pepperdine is an awesome school that creates many opportunities. It is not the most affordable place to live and is not the closest to LA which can cause a detriment to taking school year internships."
Angelica De Mesa
  • Reviewed: 10/14/2013
  • Degree: Law
"Pros: Open door policy- Faculty easily accessible Small community Prestigious and knowledgeable faculty Abundant career information panels, session, etc. International and cross country academic programs Cons: Malibu and surrounding area high cost of living"
Melanie Bomar
  • Reviewed: 10/9/2013
  • Degree: Psychology
"The pros are that the classes are at night and the campus is close. It is also a Christian affiliated University and has interesting classes. The cons are that the program is too long for those wanting to switch careers mid-life and the school is very expensive. They don't seem to have many scholarships, at least not for those who are white and middle to low class. I'm also not sure if the MFT or if the MSW is a better degree to have but Pepperdine only offers the MFT not the MSW. They are accredited statewide but not nationally so that may be an issue. They've just started the LPCC program so I'm interested in that. We'll see."
Tristian Hall
  • Reviewed: 9/11/2013
  • Degree: Public Policy
"The School of Public Policy at Pepperdine University offers a unique opportunity to explore the importance of ethics embedded within all public policy issues. Every faculty and staff truly hold their position with the intent of helping students throughout their academic career. Pepperdine is an absolutely stunning campus and transportation via the campus shuttle is fairly accessible. The city of Malibu can be a bit pricey in terms of entertainment and food. I would highly recommend Pepperdine University for anyone interested in gaining a deep understanding of ethical as well as moral approaches to every situation."
Keyna Kirklen Cobb
  • Reviewed: 8/16/2013
  • Degree: Educational Leadership
"The school is a good school to study. They are always looking to improve which is important for growth."
Tiffany Mayne Leslie
  • Reviewed: 8/14/2013
  • Degree: MBA
"This is a highly competitive program that is perfect for the working professional that needs to get that extra polishing and finishing touches on their professional career. It will take you to the next level. The Pepperdine name hold huge weight, paired with their extensive network, it yields high return on the investment. It definitely falls under the more expensive programs in California. Just be prepared for a serious time commitment in terms of workload and expectations. Overall, I'm very pleased I chose this program."
Willis Clow
  • Reviewed: 7/29/2013
  • Degree: Business
"All Graduate programs are difficult. I greatly appreciated my faculty's continued support every time I encountered a challenge I couldn't surpass. They were always there to give me the extra attention I needed to grasp those difficult concepts and succeed."
Daniel Aleksander
  • Reviewed: 7/13/2013
  • Degree: MBA
"The fully-employed MBA program at the Graziadio School of Business and Management at Pepperdine University is proving to be an incredible program. The professors come from backgrounds in the actual workforce, the curriculum is practical not just theoretical, and the students are both intelligent and diverse. I'm gaining so much from this program and cannot be happier in my graduate school choice."
Jeanette Frost
  • Reviewed: 7/11/2013
  • Degree: Law
"I haven't graduated yet so I am unable to make an informed vote on things such as program value and career support. You can't beat the location. The professors and other students are very helpful and welcoming. One professor spoke with me for an hour--on his vacation--to help me with something. Tuition is the biggest draw back, even with a scholarship, because the COL is so high in Malibu. It has a great local reputation and they are making a lot of steps towards increasing its national reputation."
Kate Parry
  • Reviewed: 6/24/2013
  • Degree: MBA
"I am at the beginning of the program but so far I feel very supported and the classes are great. Learning a lot."
Tammy Billings
  • Reviewed: 6/17/2013
  • Degree: Business
"The pros of this graduate program are the people who are also taking it and the physical location. The campus has great resources available. The negatives are primarily that it is expensive."
Sandra Vuong
  • Reviewed: 6/4/2013
  • Degree: MBA
"Choosing the MBA at Pepperdine University is by far the best decision I have made to date! The program has by far exceeded and surpassed my expectations. The rigorous and relevant coursework without a doubt contributes to the real world and enhances your social well being. I feel confident that I will graduate a better person, better friend, and have a smarter understanding of what it takes to succeed in the workplace."