Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology (GSEP) provides innovative academic programs dedicated to building scholar-practitioners through hands-on learning. We shape individuals who will be catalysts for inspiration and change.

Since 1971 GSEP has been carrying out our mission to be an innovative learning community where individuals of diverse cultures and perspectives work collaboratively to foster academic excellence, social purpose, meaningful service, and personal fulfillment.

Why Pepperdine for International Students?

Beautiful Locations in Greater Los Angeles

Small Class Sizes with Personal Attention

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

The Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology is part of a pioneering tradition. We value academic excellence, innovative leadership and work that serves the greater good.

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Malibu, USA

Los Angeles, USA

Calabasas, USA

Irvine, USA

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2 years

Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology

The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology: Daytime Format program will prepare students to serve individuals, couples, families, and groups as licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) or licensed professional clinical counselors (LPCC) in California. This cohort-based MA in Clinical Psychology program provides students with a clinical and practice-based course of study, exploring the social and psychological implications of socioeconomics and how poverty and social stress affect the ability of individuals, couples, and families to thrive. Classes are held on the Malibu campus in sunny California, which is consistently ranked as one of the most beautiful places to study.

On-Campus

Full time

MA in Clinical Psychology with Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy: Daytime Format

The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with Latinx Communities degree program will prepare students to serve Latinx individuals, couples, families, and communities as licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) or licensed professional clinical counselors (LPCC) in California. This cohort-based program is administered through Aliento, The Center for Latinx Communities. Through a clinical and practice-based course of study that includes Latinx-specific content and experiential Spanish-language development courses, students will learn the academic and applied foundations of marriage and family therapy, and community, liberation, and counseling psychologies within a Latinx mental health context.

MA in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy with Latinx Communities

The Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology: Evening Format program will prepare students to serve individuals, couples, families, and groups as a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) or a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) in California. Designed for both working professionals and full-time students alike, our MA in Clinical Psychology with Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy program provides a clinical and practice-based course of study, exploring the social and psychological implications of socioeconomics and how poverty and social stress affect the ability of individuals, couples, and families to thrive.

MA in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy: Evening Format

months

The Master of Arts in Psychology (MAP) degree program will prepare students for application to doctoral programs, to pursue a profession in the field of psychology, or to become better leaders in their industry. This MA in Psychology program is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the principles of psychology in an intimate and supportive learning environment. With a strong clinical emphasis, courses and coursework are focused on how the art and science of psychology can be applied to further our understanding of human behavior and the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders.

Distance Learning

MA in Psychology

The Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis degree program will prepare students to become board-certified behavior analysts (BCBA®), working with individuals with impairments such as autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, or traumatic brain injury.

MS in Applied Behavior Analysis

Online USA

Designed for individuals who wish to advance their skills and career in Pre-K-12 education, our MS in Leadership cohort-based program provides the knowledge, skills, and support needed to make a difference and reach your potential in various educational roles.

Blended

MS in Leadership Pre-K to 12 Education

This Masters's in Higher Education features a comprehensive and well-rounded curriculum that prepares future administrators in every relevant area of higher education with courses in subjects such as student support, leadership, policy, finance, virtual learning, and a capstone integration experience.

MS in Leadership in Higher Education

Designed for individuals who wish to advance their career in instructional design and technology, this Masters in Learning Design and Technology degree program features a learning format that allows students to participate in a cohort model while choosing between online or in-classroom options every term.

MS in Learning Design and Technology

In this 40-unit program, you will experience wide-ranging and comprehensive instruction that incorporates a unique balance of organizational and enterprise competencies. Students analyze complex social problems, create sustainable market-based solutions, and learn management practices such as formulating strategies, leading impactful organizations, and developing business plans that include finance, economic logic, and marketing campaigns.

Master of Arts in Social Entrepreneurship and Change (MA)

1 year

Our 11-month Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) prepares PreK-12 teachers to make a difference with training from a top-ranked university. Featuring a 100% graduate employment rate and over 200 teaching sites, students experience a hybrid format on the West LA, Calabasas, or Irvine Campuses. Students earn a multiple or single-subject preliminary teaching credential along with their degree.

Master of Arts in Teaching

The Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) program will prepare students to teach English as an additional language from preschool through university, both in the United States and abroad, or to pursue doctoral studies. Graduates of our MA in TESOL degree program will be prepared for a variety of career options in the education and consultancy fields.

Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Our MS in Organizational Leadership and Learning program is intended for individuals seeking to lead learning and talent development in private and public organizations, private education, not-for-profits, NGOs, healthcare, faith-based, and occupational education.

Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology

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Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology (GSEP) provides innovative academic programs dedicated to building scholar-practitioners through hands-on learning. We shape individuals who will be catalysts for inspiration and change.

Since 1971 GSEP has been carrying out our mission to be an innovative learning community where individuals of diverse cultures and perspectives work collaboratively to foster academic excellence, social purpose, meaningful service, and personal fulfillment.

MA in

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

MA in

Social Entrepreneurship and Change

MS in

Organizational Leadership and Learning

MA in

Clinical Psychology Evening Format

MA in

Psychology

EdD in

Organizational Leadership

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