Overview

Public Relations from Pepperdine University majors pursue jobs in non-profit organizations, governmental agencies, and businesses. Pepperdine has one of the oldest public relations degree programs west of the Mississippi.

Careers

Account Coordinator

Legal Administrative Assistant

Advertising Associate

Marketing Coordinator

Brand Intern

Press Director

Communications Specialist

Public Relations Liaison

Community Relations Consultant

Research Assistant

Digital Content Associate

Sales Associate

English Teacher

Social Media Coordinator

Entertainer

Special Events Assistant

Event Coordinator

Strategic Planner

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Storytelling Through Media

Media Law

Newswriting and Editing

Communication Graphics

Public Relations Principles

Public Relations Writing and Media

Digital Media and Public Relations

Public Relations Campaigns and Cases

Public Relations Strategies and Techniques.

Public Relations Management

Sport Media and Strategic Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Malibu Beach, United States

Disciplines

Public Relations View 400 other Bachelors in Public Relations in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Common Application

$65 Application Fee (Non-Refundable)

Common App Personal Essay

Supplemental Pepperdine Questions

Submit Official High School Transcripts

Submit Official SAT I or ACT Scores (Optional)

Submit One Academic Recommendation

Submit Proof of English Proficiency

Visa Application Process

Interview (optional)

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

69130 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 69130 USD per year during 48 months.
National

69130 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 69130 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

69130 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 69130 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Malibu Beach

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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