Pepperdine University Search site MENU Academics University Accreditation Pepperdine University is committed to providing students with an outstanding education. As such, Pepperdine is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges—Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), one of six official academic bodies in the United States. WSCUC is a regional accrediting agency serving a diverse membership of public and private higher education institutions throughout California, Hawaii, and the Pacific as well as a limited number of institutions outside the U.S. Through its work of peer review, based on standards agreed to by the membership, the commission encourages continuous institutional improvement and assures the membership and its constituencies, including the public, that accredited institutions are fulfilling their missions in service to their students and the public good. The WSCUC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as certifying institutional eligibility for federal funding in a number of programs, including student access to federal financial aid. Accreditation enables the University to show how it develops and utilizes indicators of institutional performance and educational effectiveness. Participation in accreditation also provides Pepperdine the opportunity to demonstrate its culture of evidence, where indicators of performance are regularly developed and data are collected to inform institutional planning, decision making, and engagement in student learning. PEPPERDINE'S STATEMENT OF ACCREDITATION STATUS The Office of Institutional Effectiveness manages the WSCUC processes for the University. School Accreditations and Affiliations Seaver College Caruso School of Law Graziadio Business School Graduate School of Education and Psychology School of Public Policy ACADEMIC CALENDAR ACADEMIC CATALOG LEARNING OUTCOMES OFFICE OF INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES Centers and Institutes Explore a well-rounded collection of centers and institutes that support the University mission as they complement and enhance learning and personal growth. Office of the Provost As the chief academic officer of the University, the Provost has responsibility, under the President, for the administration, coordination, and development of all academic activities and functions of the University. Quick Links Public Safety Student Accessibility Emergency Information Jobs at Pepperdine Contact Information A-Z Index Press Room Web Feedback Schools Seaver College Caruso School of Law Graziadio Business School Graduate School of Education and Psychology School of Public Policy Pepperdine University 24255 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, CA 90263 310.506.4000 Copyright © 2021 Pepperdine University Privacy Policy GDPR Privacy Notice Clery Notice Terms of Use Title IX Trademarks Web Accessibility