Transform our Spaces

Scholarships open the door for talented students from all walks of life to experience the incredible array of life-changing opportunities that await at Pepperdine.

Pepperdine’s newest school is already shaping the world of healthcare through its education of nursing and speech-language pathology students, with additional degree programs in development.

The Hub for Spiritual Life is a place for students to explore their Christian faith and engage with the Pepperdine community in vibrant experiences of worship and spiritual care.

Pepperdine’s new student recreation and events complex will elevate the student experience, transform campus life, and raise the standard of excellence for our Waves athletics teams.

With programs available across four continents, Pepperdine students are able to enhance their college journey by exploring a wide range of regions and cultures.

Ensuring high-impact experiences for students at every school, Pepperdine’s Academic Excellence Funds provide flexible, timely support for priority programs and services.

The Caruso School of Law prepares students to lead with character and compassion in the pursuit of justice, equipping them for rewarding careers rooted in service and impact.

The Graduate School of Education and Psychology prepares students to serve in classrooms and therapeutic environments, where they will strengthen individuals and the resilience of society as a whole.

Pepperdine’s Graziadio Business School shapes the next generation of purpose-driven business leaders through scholarships, innovation, and women’s leadership rooted in integrity.

Pepperdine’s School of Public Policy is where servant leadership meets bold policy thinking, molding future changemakers to lead across government, business, and nonprofits.

Seaver College prepares future graduates for lives of leadership and service through a well-rounded experience grounded in rigorous academics, faith, and community.

The Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts is a dynamic gathering place on campus where our community comes together to celebrate the arts through shared experiences that ignite creativity, inspire discovery, and deepen connection.

Serving students at 12 locations across three continents, Pepperdine Libraries and its highly skilled and caring team enthusiastically assist with the array of academic and research needs of the University community.

Endowed positions at Pepperdine both honor teaching excellence and ensure that our students have access to the best and brightest faculty within their respective fields of study.

Driven by a desire to connect with community and inspire meaningful dialogue, the President’s Speaker and Distinguished Lecture Series provide opportunities to cultivate engaging, relevant, civil discourse.

Empower Waves to thrive through the RISE Institute. Grounded in research and compassion, RISE equips the whole student—heart, mind, and soul—with the tools to cultivate lifelong resilience.

Pepperdine Worship Summit unites hearts, minds, and souls through worship, music, prayer, and reflection, strengthening faith and connecting our community with God.

Whether in the classroom or in competition, our Waves athletes represent Pepperdine with determination and integrity. Here’s how you can show them you’re in their cheering section.

Through Bible studies, one-on-one mentorship, and an annual mission trip, Pepperdine’s student-athletes are offered resources to nurture their faith and serve God alongside their fellow teammates.

The Boone Center for the Family strengthens communities by empowering families to thrive through practical tools, faith-based support, and life-changing resources that foster relationship growth and connection.

To help our students develop into leaders who contribute to the growth and success of their workplaces, Pepperdine provides extensive opportunities for professional formation and lifelong career development.

Pepperdine’s First Wave program expands access to higher education, supporting first-generation college students with mentorship, community, and guidance to thrive and lead lives of purpose, service, and leadership.

From foster care to future leaders. Pepperdine Horizon Scholars empowers resilient students to smash barriers, conquer higher education, and become tomorrow's change-makers.

Scholarships for our outstanding Waves student-athletes help Pepperdine compete with pride—and create a foundation for success that will benefit our athletes wherever their futures lead.

With an enrollment of more than 500 military-connected students, Pepperdine is committed to providing a wide range of programming, recognition, and financial assistance opportunities for our growing veteran community.

Programs in our nation’s capital offer students within four of Pepperdine’s schools hands-on learning about government and policy, with access to resources exclusive to the District of Columbia.

Your support for the groundbreaking Sudreau Global Justice Institute fuels Pepperdine Caruso School of Law students and faculty in their quest to reform justice systems throughout the developing world.

The Center for Faith and the Common Good examines the impact of faith and religion on human flourishing, conducting efforts primarily focused on improving prison conditions and reducing recidivism among the incarcerated.

To support the evolving needs of residential students and campus life, Pepperdine is pursuing multiple housing renewal and expansion initiatives.

Inspire global leaders at Pepperdine’s Château d’Hauteville in Switzerland, where students grow through faith, culture, and life-changing experiences.

Invest in our Pepperdine Waves golf teams and help fuel the programs’ continued wave of growth and achievement in the years ahead.

Pepperdine Student Affairs supports students as they pursue their degrees by fostering intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth through transformative educational experiences, student support services, and leadership opportunities.

Help Pepperdine establish itself as a leading center for forward-thinking, constructive discussion and policy regarding foreign relations and national security.

Give back to your specific alma mater at Pepperdine by supporting a scholarship that will be awarded to students based on academic achievement, leadership, and resonance with the University’s values.

Shaped by Ken Starr’s guiding values, the Ken Starr Institute for Faith, Law, and Public Service explores complex legal issues through principled dialogue and meaningful discourse.

This unique program overseen by the Office of Church Relations encourages high school students to develop their leadership skills while strengthening their faith.