Overview
Founded in 1969 as part of Pepperdine University, the Graziadio Business School was renamed in 2005 in honor of George Graziadio, a prominent real estate financier and philanthropist. The school built its reputation on offering flexible, working-professional-friendly graduate business programs, including full-time, part-time, and online MBA formats, emphasizing ethical leadership grounded in Pepperdine's Christian values. It is particularly well regarded for its finance, entrepreneurship, and entertainment/media business programs, leveraging its Los Angeles-area location.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
| Founded | 1969 |
| Total students | 1,800 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 65% |
| Graduation rate | 85% |
| Average starting salary | $95,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $65,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $65,000 |
| Room & board | N/A |
| Average financial aid | $25,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 70% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.30 |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- MBA
- Master of Science in Finance
- Master of Science in Organization Development
- Entertainment, Media & Sports Business
- Executive MBA
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.