Pepperdine University

Pepperdine University ranks #1,406 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 74.44 out of 100. It ranks #332 nationally.

| Global Rank 1406 | Overall Score 74.44 |
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Top Country #332

Top North America #390

Top World #1,406

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About Pepperdine University

Known for its strong liberal arts education and commitment to ethical leadership, Pepperdine fosters a vibrant campus community that encourages student involvement and collaboration. The university's picturesque location provides students with unique cultural and professional opportunities. Pepperdine's focus on personal growth and social responsibility prepares students for successful careers and responsible citizenship. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Pepperdine University Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
74.44
Global Rank
#1,406
Regional Rank
#390
Country Rank
#332
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Pepperdine University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Pepperdine University’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

80 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

82 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

76 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

70 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

74 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

75 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

78 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

72 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

71 / 100

Institutional Awards

68 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

70 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

69 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

70 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

73 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

77 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

74 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

69 / 100

Quality of Employment

75 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

72 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

70 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

69 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

68 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

70 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

69 / 100

International Student Support

72 / 100

International Students & Faculty

73 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

70 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

71 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

68 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

65 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

64 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

65 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

67 / 100

Research Output & Scale

66 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

66 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

72 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

74 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

73 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

74 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

75 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

77 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

75 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

71 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

74 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

72 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

73 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

75 / 100

Student Support Services

76 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

67 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

69 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

69 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

68 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

67 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

69 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

66 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

70 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

70 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

68 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

71 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

68 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

69 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

70 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

71 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

70 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

68 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

69 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

73 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

73 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

71 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

72 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

74 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

73 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

72 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

73 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

74 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

75 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

70 / 100

Pepperdine University Historical Rankings

Explore Pepperdine University's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Pepperdine University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #1634
1981 NA #1631
1982 NA #1635
1983 NA #1633
1984 NA #1627
1985 NA #1637
1986 NA #1578
1987 NA #1578
1988 NA #1555
1989 NA #1578
1990 NA #1541
1991 NA #1578
1992 NA #1578
1993 NA #1630
1994 NA #1578
1995 NA #1578
1996 NA #1578
1997 NA #1553
1998 NA #1578
1999 NA #1578
2000 NA #1672
2001 NA #1672
2002 NA #1712
2003 NA #1712
2004 NA #1712
2005 NA #1712
2006 NA #1712
2007 NA #1658
2008 NA #1685
2009 NA #1712
2010 NA #1685
2011 NA #1685
2012 NA #1642
2013 NA #1637
2014 NA #1636
2015 NA #1639
2016 NA #1588
2017 NA #1619
2018 NA #1619
2019 NA #2914
2020 NA #2900
2021 NA #3231
2022 NA #1551
2023 73 #1326
2024 72.65 #1326
2025 71.32 #1469
2026 71.32 #1469
2027 74.44 #1406

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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