How to Apply for Housing
Welcome home, Waves! We are so excited for you to begin your new journey here at Pepperdine.
At Housing and Residence Life (HRL), we are excited to welcome you to campus and to
assist you in your transition to the University. As we await the start of the fall
semester, we encourage you to review the information below regarding frequently asked
housing questions and important dates.
Apply on the Housing Portal
Although living on campus is not required for two-year pathway students, those who
are interested in residing on the Malibu campus are welcome to apply in the Housing Portal. Please note that space in on-campus housing will be limited for the upcoming academic
year due to the large size of this year’s incoming undergraduate class. As such, we
encourage two-year pathway students to visit our off-campus housing resource page to look into potential alternatives.
If you have any questions regarding the housing application process, please contact
the Housing Office and we will be happy to help you!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for housing accommodations for a chronic medical condition?
If you would like to apply for a housing accommodation through the Office of Student
Accessibility, please complete the process with that office within 5 days of enrolling
at the University. It is important to note that most accommodations can be met in
our campus housing options and require a separate approval from academic accommodations.
For more information on this process, please visit the Office of Student Accessibility
website.
Where can I find information about New Student Orientation (NSO)?
What's my network ID?
Your network ID is used to sign your contract and is the same as your WaveNet username, in all lowercase letters (e.g., jdoe).
What if I cannot access the portal?
Please send an email to housing@pepperdine.edu with your name, CWID, and a description or screenshot of the error message you have
received. We will respond to emails as quickly as possible in the order that they
are received. You can also call us at 310.506.7586 during business hours.
How much does housing cost?
You can review the housing rates for our various living areas on our website.
How do I select a meal plan? What meal plan options are available?
New first-year and transfer students are required to purchase the standard meal plan
and have the option to upgrade to a larger meal plan. Students will select a meal
plan after they are officially placed in housing. New students who do not select a
meal plan will be automatically enrolled in Meal Plan E. A list of all our meal plan options and rates can be found online.
Is there air-conditioning in on-campus housing? Can I bring an air conditioner?
On-campus residential housing is not air-conditioned (with the exception of Drescher
W Block). Residents are not allowed to install air conditioners of any kind. Portable
fans are allowed as long as the window screen remains in the window. Nothing can extend
from the window or the building.
What am I allowed to put on the walls of my room?
You may hang items on your walls by using small nails, tacks, or putty only. No screws
or bolts are allowed. Do not hang items from your ceiling. TV or surfboard mounts
are not allowed. Surfboards may be stored in the common living area.
Can I mount my TV to the wall?
No. TV mounts, large screws, nails, or bolts are not allowed.
What other student policies should I be aware of?
A list of University-approved third-party services is available on our On-Campus Vendors page for your consideration.
For information regarding asbestos in the residence halls and the measures taken to
ensure the safety of our community, please read this notification.