June 2026

AI Index Report

Pepperdine University

AIS
62.1
National rank
#387
State rank
#33
Programs
60

Ranks 33rd in California

  1. 31Azusa Pacific University62.3
  2. 32California State University, Los Angeles62.3
  3. 33Pepperdine University62.1
  4. 34California State University, Sacramento62
  5. 35Chapman University61.3

National Vs State Performance

How does Pepperdine University perform in AI Search at a national and state level?

National Rank Over Time

Pepperdine University

National rank

#387

June 2026 is the first published edition, so there is no trend to plot yet. A line appears from the second edition on.

Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

Ranked by AI Index

Across the U.S.

Pepperdine University and the institutions ranked either side of it

  1. 386University of Hartford62.1
  2. 385Kean University62.2
  3. 388Yeshiva University62.1
  4. 389University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio62.1
  5. 387Pepperdine University62.1

Top Programs By State

Where AI recommends Pepperdine University, and which of its programs come up in each state.

Most Recommended Programs By State

Pepperdine University

Share of voice
LowerHigher
No data

Home state: California

2.2%

share of voice in California, ranked #168

Strongest states

  1. #1California2.2%
  2. #2Illinois0.7%
  3. #3South Carolina0.6%
  4. #4Hawaii0.6%
  5. #5New York0.6%
  6. #6Wisconsin0.6%

Top programs in CA

  1. #1Counseling17.4%
  2. #2Psychology15.2%
  3. #3Human Resources10.9%
  4. #4Business Administration8.7%

Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

Top AI Search Competitors

Who is Pepperdine University competing with for the programs AI recommends it for

Rank

Competitor

Competing in

Share

  1. 1
    Rutgers University
    Psychology18%
  2. 2
    University of Michigan
    Psychology14%
  3. 3
    University of Chicago
    Psychology10%
  4. 4
    DePaul University
    Psychology10%
  5. 5
    University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
    Psychology10%
  6. 6
    City University of New York
    Psychology9%

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Top Programs By Degree Level

What programs is AI recommending and who is Pepperdine University competing with?

Your top competitors in

Psychology, Doctoral

Schools competing in AI Search for the same program

  1. #20Michigan State University8%
  2. #21Stony Brook University8%
  3. #22Pepperdine University8%
  4. #23Northwestern University8%
  5. #24University of Maryland, College Park7%

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Prompts Visibility

The individual prompts Pepperdine University wins, and the ones it is placing second on, are published on the claimed profile.

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AI Citations

Which pages AI cites most when it answers questions about Pepperdine University.

Most frequently cited pages

The individual pages AI cites most in answers where Pepperdine University is mentioned

  1. 1

    psychology.org

    Best Clinical Psychology Master’s Programs Of 2026

    6.8%20 citations
  2. 2

    gsep.pepperdine.edu

    Graduate Programs for Social Entrepreneurs and How to Choose the Right One

    5.5%16 citations
  3. 3

    counselingpsychology.org

    Best Master's in Clinical Psychology Programs for 2026

    4.8%14 citations
  4. 4

    bestcolleges.com

    Best Online Master’s in Psychology of 2025 | BestColleges

    3.8%11 citations
  5. 5

    gsep.pepperdine.edu

    Best MA Social Entrepreneurship & Change Programs in 2026 — How Pepperdine SEC Stands Out

    3.4%10 citations

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Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

Topics Coverage

What topics does AI cover when it talks about Pepperdine University?

Most Covered Topics on AI Search for Pepperdine University

  • Career Outcomes

    42.7%

    210 answers

  • Other

    35.4%

    174 answers

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Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

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