Malibu, CA · Santa Clara, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Pepperdine University | Santa Clara University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 49.9% | 43.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $66,742 | $59,241 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $66,742 | $59,241 |
| Average Net Price | $31,521 | $30,094 |
| Graduation Rate | 85.0% | 88.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Pepperdine University accepts 49.9% of applicants. Santa Clara University accepts 43.8%. Pepperdine University's tuition is $66,742. Santa Clara University's is $59,241. Santa Clara University is cheaper. Pepperdine University graduates 85% of students in 6 years. Santa Clara University graduates 88%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Santa Clara University. It accepts 43.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Santa Clara University has lower published tuition: $59,241 versus $66,742. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Santa Clara University: 88% of students finish in 6 years. Pepperdine University is at 85%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.