Malibu, CA · San Francisco, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Pepperdine University | University of San Francisco | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 49.9% | 50.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $66,742 | $58,222 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $66,742 | $58,222 |
| Average Net Price | $31,521 | $29,434 |
| Graduation Rate | 85.0% | 71.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Pepperdine University accepts 49.9% of applicants; University of San Francisco accepts 50.8%. Pepperdine University's tuition is $66,742. University of San Francisco's is $58,222. University of San Francisco is cheaper. Pepperdine University graduates 85% of students in 6 years. University of San Francisco graduates 71%.
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
Pepperdine University. It accepts 49.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of San Francisco has lower published tuition: $58,222 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 San Francisco is at 71%.
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.