What SAT score do you need for Pepperdine University?
The 25th–75th percentile band shows where the middle half of admitted students score on the SAT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures).
Where enrolled freshmen score
Share of Pepperdine University's enrolled first-time freshmen in each SAT composite range, from the school's Common Data Set.
Pepperdine University SAT band
25th
1,290
–
75th
1,450
Median
1,384
Higher-SAT-average school (top quartile). Admission rate: 63%.
Peer schools at this band
Rochester Institute of Technology, NY
25–75:1,300–1,460Median:1,383
American University, DC
25–75:1,280–1,460Median:1,381
See your specific admit chance
The band above shows where admitted students scored. Run the admissions-chance tool to see what your specific score means for your chance at Pepperdine University.
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SAT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.