Pepperdine University Top Questions

What kind of person should attend Pepperdine University?

Lauren

A Christian who is dedicated to making a difference in the world.

Lindsay

I would highly reccommend Pepperdine to well-rounded students who desire a small classroom atmosphere, value staff and student relationships, enjoy participating in multiple extra-curricular activities, have a strong committment to community service, have more conservatively based values and morals, and who enjoy tanning on the beach, eating acai bowls and surfing in the beautiful Pacific Ocean.

Alexandra

Malibu is a fantastic place to live if you enjoy hiking, surfing, outdoor sports, rock climbing, stand up paddleboarding, or really anything that involves the outdoors and adventure. I typically go to the beach about 4 times a week (it's less than a mile away). Pepperdine also provides so much opportunity to travel abroad for very little cost. Through Pepperdine, I have been to Nicaragua, studied in Argentina for 4 months, and plan on studying in Spain next summer. Pepperdine has campuses all around the world and strongly encourages learning through travel. Very few schools offer this.

Alexandra

Someone who wants to live in an amazing place, go to the most beautiful campus in the nation and be part of the one of the most amazing communities of students!

Stephanie

A person who wants small classes, doesn't mind that everyone knows everyone, and who loves the beach

Kayla

A Christian would be very satisfied at this school.

Kendra

Although the school is best known for its faith, one does not need to be strong in his or her faith to attend Pepperdine. I am not really religious, but I have felt accepted at Pepperdine regardless. I know that despite my differences with other students, I will still fit in. The most prominent quality in students at Pepperdine is leadership. Each student is a leader in some way, shape or form, and to see them all come together is amazing.

Trevor

Pepperdine is a very unique institution. It won't be the right college fit for everyone, but for those who know what they want out of their college experience, and are willing to to invest, they will find themselves in a truly perfect environment. Contrary to some popular belief, you don't have to be a devout Christian to enjoy Pepperdine. Instead, this school fits a person who abides by a certain moral compass, religious or otherwise, and can appreciate the mission of service and goodwill Pepperdine advocates. If you love a tight-knit, community atmosphere, you'll love Pepperdine.

Nicole

High academic and community achievers with religious backgrounds perferably christian. Social butterflies who are also generous and kind and positively contribute to their community. Persons who are heavily involved and concerned in their academics, but also make time for other non academic pursuits and enjoy working together with others.

Hope

A person of intergrity should apply and attend this school. The person should have a background in faith and have desires to make a difference in this world. A person that is an avid reader, learner, and writter would fit in well. This school needs people that are outgoing and have lots of dreams.