For Greater Purpose.

At the Pepperdine School of Public Policy, students are prepared to lead with purpose, integrity, and a commitment to serving others.


Set in the stunning coastal community of Malibu, California, Pepperdine combines a distinctive tradition of servant leadership with rigorous study in public policy, economics, history, and government.


Through viewpoint diversity, close faculty mentorship, and a values-centered education, students develop the knowledge and judgment needed to make an impact across government, nonprofits, and the private sector.


Purpose-Driven Paths

Christian Mayer leveraged Pepperdine's Master of Public Policy program and ROTC experience to commission as a U.S. Army officer and pursue a purpose-driven career combating human trafficking and serving others.

Dean Pete Peterson highlights how Pepperdine's unique public policy curriculum combines diverse disciplines and perspectives to prepare future leaders for meaningful careers across sectors and around the world..

Pepperdine's Middle East Policy Program combines rigorous academic study, direct access to policy practitioners in Washington, D.C., and a partnership with The Washington Institute to prepare students for impactful careers in public service and international affairs.

Where Policy Meets Purpose

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Master of Middle East Policy Studies

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Where Purpose Becomes a Career

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