Going to a liberal arts school means you will take a number of diverse classes that not only tailor to your major but will make you a more rounded student. I am an International Business major but aside from the business courses I take speech class, humanities, biology and religion to name a few. As for my business courses I learn a lot. Only professors will be teaching you, you will never have a teachers aid or some random person without a degree teaching you. The classes can be very vigorous but I can assure you that they are all relevant classes that will definitely help you in your career. Being so close to Los Angeles Pepperdine often plays hosts to a number of important figures in each persons major so that students can learn first hand about their area of study. I have learned a lot from Pepperdine and I am very pleased with the level of education I have received.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
Honestly I am in love with Pepperdine. Yes, the campus is amazing and you cannot beat living on PCH but there are many other qualities that are worthy of mention. The staff at Pepperdine is extremely helpful and they truly care about you. Going to a small school allows you to feel at home and part of a family that wants to see you succeed. It is not your typical college experience, it is much better than the typical experience. We have fraternities and sororities, have awesome sport teams, school spirit and a student body that works hard and plays hard.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Pepperdine gives about 80% of the student body financial aid which means that 80% of Pepperdine students are really receiving a bang for their buck. Although 50,000 a year is expensive, in the long run I truly do believe it is worth it. Going to a smaller school opens up a number of doors for you since you are seen as a person and not as an ID number. I can say that I have defiantly received my moneys worth at Pepperdine but I have heard some complaints about it. Some of my friends that pay full tuition do complain that they are not receiving enough for the amount they pay.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Put that you are church of christ on your application, get involved at Pepperdine it will make your experience 100% better and live campus its a lot more fun.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Pepperdine is perfect for these types of students who are:
-Leaders
-Hard working
-religious/like to party (there are two types of crowds at Pepperdine so pick which one you want to be in, you can be in both as well)
Going to a liberal arts school means you will take a number of diverse classes that not only tailor to your major but will make you a more rounded student. I am an International Business major but aside from the business courses I take speech class, humanities, biology and religion to name a few. As for my business courses I learn a lot. Only professors will be teaching you, you will never have a teachers aid or some random person without a degree teaching you. The classes can be very vigorous but I can assure you that they are all relevant classes that will definitely help you in your career. Being so close to Los Angeles Pepperdine often plays hosts to a number of important figures in each persons major so that students can learn first hand about their area of study. I have learned a lot from Pepperdine and I am very pleased with the level of education I have received.
Honestly I am in love with Pepperdine. Yes, the campus is amazing and you cannot beat living on PCH but there are many other qualities that are worthy of mention. The staff at Pepperdine is extremely helpful and they truly care about you. Going to a small school allows you to feel at home and part of a family that wants to see you succeed. It is not your typical college experience, it is much better than the typical experience. We have fraternities and sororities, have awesome sport teams, school spirit and a student body that works hard and plays hard.
Pepperdine gives about 80% of the student body financial aid which means that 80% of Pepperdine students are really receiving a bang for their buck. Although 50,000 a year is expensive, in the long run I truly do believe it is worth it. Going to a smaller school opens up a number of doors for you since you are seen as a person and not as an ID number. I can say that I have defiantly received my moneys worth at Pepperdine but I have heard some complaints about it. Some of my friends that pay full tuition do complain that they are not receiving enough for the amount they pay.
Put that you are church of christ on your application, get involved at Pepperdine it will make your experience 100% better and live campus its a lot more fun.
Pepperdine is perfect for these types of students who are: -Leaders -Hard working -religious/like to party (there are two types of crowds at Pepperdine so pick which one you want to be in, you can be in both as well)