Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $66,742
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $66,742
- Average Net Price
- $45,409
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 19.6%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $23,270
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $23,270
- Books & Supplies
- $1,000
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $91,012
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,510
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $249/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 74.5%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 38.4%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 19.6%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $36,463 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $38,065 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $40,201 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $42,253 |
| $110,001+ | $52,946 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay around $45,409 per year at Pepperdine, far below the $91,012 sticker price. Lower-income families (under $30,000) pay about $36,463 annually, while wealthy families ($110,000+) pay $52,946. Over four years, expect to pay between $145,852 and $211,784 depending on your family's income. Only 27% of students receive institutional grants, but those who do get an average of $32,348.
The typical graduate leaves with $23,510 in debt, which translates to monthly payments of $249. With median earnings of $82,939 ten years after graduation, this debt load is manageable for most Waves alumni. The best deals go to high-achieving students from middle-class families, who often qualify for merit aid at this selective Christian university. Students from the wealthiest families pay the most, as Pepperdine saves its financial aid for those who need it most.
The typical graduate leaves with $23,510 in debt, which translates to monthly payments of $249. With median earnings of $82,939 ten years after graduation, this debt load is manageable for most Waves alumni. The best deals go to high-achieving students from middle-class families, who often qualify for merit aid at this selective Christian university. Students from the wealthiest families pay the most, as Pepperdine saves its financial aid for those who need it most.
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