Overview of Pepperdine University

The view of Malibu is amazing! When you get tired of studying or you need to relax, there is plenty of ways to hike down the hill to the ocean with your friends. Originally a Texan, I love how the ocean is so vast and majestic looking in the evening. Pepperdine is just like a movie; and at dusk, you can see the sun set over the ocean from almost anywhere on campus. And as a Zoey 101 fan, it is also pretty awesome to know Seaver campus was the set of Pacific Coast Academy (PCA).

Being Christian, I have found a HUGE, diverse community of like-minded individuals ready to welcome me. For anyone Christian, Pepperdine will most likely prove a home away from home. For anyone not Christian, I think Pepperdine will still prove to be such. The student body is overwhelmingly friendly, there are groups to serve any interest (and no barriers to starting groups), you're in a beautiful area of Southern California removed from Los Angeles, but at the same time it's not far, if that's your scene.

Pepperdine's campus is absolutely beautiful, and everybody is pretty friendly. There is definitely a sense of community, and is the perfect school for someone who doesn't want a tiny school, but still wants that sense of community. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in clubs, groups, and other extra curriculars as well.

Faculty and students are all incredibly friendly and helpful. It's a beautiful, safe campus and the beach is literally right across the street. The study abroad program (intended for sophomore year) is well-organized and a must-do for Pepperdine students.

At first, I was extremely reluctant to come to Pepperdine because of how expensive it was. I have no regrets in coming here. Pepperdine has been the best experience of my life. The people you meet here are the kinds of people I want to keep in my life. The spiritual vibe is amazing. I came to Pepperdine without having a solid religion of my own. By the third month I was there, the church took me in like one of their own. It was a life-changing experience. I love it. The professors are extremely supportive. If you need help. want advice, or just want to talk, they'll be more than happy to converse with you!