Pepperdine University is a private Christian university set on a stunning oceanfront campus in Malibu, California. The university is known for its extensive international study programs, with campuses in Europe, Asia, and South America. Pepperdine fosters a tight-knit community rooted in its Church of Christ heritage while offering strong programs in business, law, and communications.
Mascot: Wave
Notable Alumni
Tom Selleck (actor, Magnum P.I.)•Jim Caviezel (actor, Person of Interest)•Tamera Mowry-Housley (actress, Sister, Sister)
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The secluded Malibu campus has a very low crime rate with security personnel, controlled dorm access, and natural isolation providing strong safety.
Malibu is an affluent, low-density coastal community with very low crime. The campus is set in the Santa Monica Mountains with limited public access points.
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