Pepperdine University is a private, faith-based research university affiliated with the Churches of Christ, located in Los Angeles County, California, with its main campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean near Malibu. Founded in 1937 by entrepreneur George Pepperdine in South Los Angeles, the institution was established with a dual mission of providing high-quality liberal arts education while fostering strong Christian values. Despite early challenges during the Great Depression and later social unrest in South Los Angeles, the university grew steadily, expanding... Read More

Founded in

1937

Institute Type

Private

School Code

001264