Malibu, CA · La Verne, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Pepperdine University | University of La Verne | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 49.9% | 48.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $66,742 | $47,000 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $66,742 | $47,000 |
| Average Net Price | $31,521 | $20,090 |
| Graduation Rate | 85.0% | 65.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Pepperdine University accepts 49.9% of applicants. University of La Verne accepts 48.5%. Pepperdine University's tuition is $66,742. University of La Verne's is $47,000. University of La Verne is cheaper. Pepperdine University graduates 85% of students in 6 years. University of La Verne graduates 65%.
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
University of La Verne. It accepts 48.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of La Verne has lower published tuition: $47,000 versus $66,742. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Pepperdine University: 85% of students finish in 6 years. University of La Verne is at 65%.
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.