Mission, Vision, and Educational Philosophy

Mission 

The mission of the College of Health Science is derived from the University’s mission statement.

Pepperdine University’s College of Health Science commits itself to the highest standards of academic excellence, clinical preparation, and Christian values to develop skilled and caring healthcare professionals who seek to lead while serving our communities and the world.

Vision

Similarly, the vision statement for the College of Health Science is also derived from the University’s vision.

The College of Health Science will be a preeminent healthcare college known for the integration of faith and the development of skilled and caring healthcare professionals who will serve our communities and the world as servant-minded leaders.

Educational Philosophy

The College of Health Science emphasizes both academic excellence and Christian values. Degree programs are designed to address timely community needs for providers of health services and care. Specialization in a particular field offers students in-depth training for clinical practice while they develop a personal standard of conduct that reflects the Pepperdine mission of strengthening lives for purpose, service, and leadership.

Health science faculty members are committed to excellent teaching, meaningful scholarship, and exemplary clinical conduct. Faculty members publish broadly, present papers at meetings of professional societies, hold offices in professional organizations, and engage in meaningful, practical contributions to the health science professions across many specializations. While engaging in many scholarly and professional activities, faculty members remain committed to nurturing the intellectual and professional growth of students. Students have the unique opportunity of establishing close, professional mentoring relationships with their professors.

Obtaining a degree or professional certification in health science signifies that the recipient has completed rigorous academic and clinical preparation under the guidance of professors who are committed to high academic and professional standards and to Christian values. The graduate leaves with a rich foundation of knowledge essential to a meaningful personal life and a system of values necessary for navigating the growing complexities of health science theory and practice.