Alix12

Hi!
I was considering applying to Pepperdine for Fall 2010 and was curious if anyone on here could give me some more information about it.
For example what do you need as far as SAT scores? I got a 1690 total combined, do you think I should take them again?
How big of a role does religion play at Pepperdine? (I'm somewhat religious but not super religious)
Is there any thing else you like or dont like about the school?
Sorry thats a lot of questions, I just want to make sure the school is right for me!
Thanks!

phear_me

If you're not black, hispanic or native american your SAT scores are definitely on the low end for Pepperdine. Pepperdine has SAT scores that average 1110 - 1350 (Math and English Only/ 25% - 75%). If you have a high GPA those SAT scores will be more accepting. I suggest trying to eek out another 150 points or so to feel safer.

In terms of religion, Pepperdine isn't overtly religious, but it's one of the few universities in the country that is actually trending more religious and not less. Admission is open to students of all faith, but it's not the sort of institution that will open class in prayer like a Biola, Wheaton, Point Loma, etc.

Pepperdine is usually considered to be one of the top 10 most beautiful campuses in the country, and deservedly so.

If I wanted an institution that was warmly receptive to Christianity but didn't take pains to integrate it into the actual classroom teaching, Pepperdine would be high on my list. If I wanted a university that worked hard to integrate faith and learning and worked to foster a Christian community (i.e. Biola, Wheaton, Westmont, Grove City etc) I would not consider Pepperdine.

Alix12

My SAT Math and Critical Reading scores combined were 1190, I wasnt too happy with them so I signed up to retake them a few days ago. Thanks for your help!

hendodo

so far my cumulative gpa is 3.7
ive taken college classes at a jc and got an A and a B there
SAT was 1840

im guessing, since its a private univ., i have a good chance of going there ( if i have the money) ??

thanks

glamour_trash

I'm from california so ill give you a run down on the area . First off it runs along the PCH and I HATE the PCH lol ( pacific coast highway ). A good thing about it is if you like the beach , that's about the closest thing you'll have other then santa monica which is maybe another 15-25 minutes away . As well as venice beach which isn't too far from santa monica . Other then that if you love the beach then this is the place for you. I'm a city person so I plan to go to NY , but the beach can be calming when you just need to get away. Good luck & I hope you enjoy

Alix12

Thanks glamour_trash for the info! and i love the beach so now its just the matter of getting in! haha