Student-led tour and application workshop for prospective students and families (1-9 guests)
Walking tour for university, college, or high school groups (10 or more guests)
Walking and driving options for those unable to attend a guided tour
Maps and Directions
2 min
to the beach
5 min
to the mountains
25 miles
to LAX
29 miles
to DTLA
Prepare for Your Visit
We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful Malibu campus. Before your visit,
review these helpful tips to make the most of your time at Pepperdine.
Coastal weather can be temperamental, so bring layers for the morning and sunscreen for the afternoon.
There are many stairs and hills on campus, so be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.
Bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout your visit. Water bottle filling stations are conveniently located across campus.
Campus Arrival
Upon arriving to campus, please stop at the guard booth to request a visitor parking pass, campus map, and directions to the undergraduate Admission Office. Tours and information sessions depart from the Office of Admission.
Parking
We recommend that you allow an extra 15 minutes to find parking and locate the Office of Admission. You can park at any of the following locations with your visitor pass:
- Along Banowsky Blvd or Seaver Drive.
- Theme Tower Lot in a visitor spot, which requires a coin token (provided by the Public Safety Officer at the guard booth) for access this parking lot.
- Seaver Main Lot in a visitor spot, which requires a coin token (provided by the Public Safety Officer at the guard booth) for access this parking lot.
- Firestone Fieldhouse parking lot.
Check-In Process
Check in takes place in the Office of Admission in the Thornton Administrative Center
(TAC) on the second floor.
Make The Most of Your Visit
Campus Maps
Check out a curated list of restaurants, hotels, entertainment, shopping and more!
What to do in the Bu’
Office Closures
| Dates | Academic/Holiday Schedule | Tour Availibility |
|---|---|---|
| September 7, 2026 | Labor Day | Office Closed |
| November 26-27, 2026 | Thanksgiving Holiday Break | Office Closed |
| December 24-31, 2026 | Christmas Break | Office Closed |
| January 1, 2027 | New Year's Day | Office Closed |
| January 18, 2027 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Office Closed |
| May 31, 2027 | Memorial Day | Office Closed |
| June 18, 2027 | Juneteenth National Independence Day | Office Closed |
| July 5, 2027 | Independence Day | Office Closed |
| September 6, 2027 | Labor Day | Office Closed |
| November 25-26, 2027 | Thanksgiving Holiday Break | Office Closed |
| December 24-31, 2027 | Christmas Break | Office Closed |
Meet Our Student Tour Guides
Our Student Tour Guides are excited to share what makes our campus feel like home. As current students, they offer an authentic perspective on academics, campus life, traditions, and everything in between. Get to know the friendly faces who will help you explore campus, answer your questions, and give you a firsthand look at the student experience.
Virtual Experiences
If you are unable to visit us in Malibu, we encourage you to take advantage of our virtual options, including virtual campus tours or a one-on-one phone or video appointment with an Admission Counselor or a Financial Assistance Advisor, and a 30-minute application workshop.
