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The Requirements: 1 essay of up to 300 words
Supplemental Essay Type(s): Community, Why
Given the faith-forward nature of this question and of the university website, we imagine that most of you folks reading this guide probably already have a few thoughts on this question. We’d be surprised if the religious affiliation didn’t factor into your decision to apply, but if you haven’t thought about it, now is your chance to reflect on what you might stand to gain. Writing about faith is just as personal (if not more!) than any other topic you might cover on your college application, so don’t be afraid to dig deep. If you grew up in a traditional religious household, you probably have a treasure trove of experiences and stories to draw upon, but sometimes it’s hard to write about faith when it’s always been a given in your life. Whether your background is Christian, Hindu, or any other religion, can you think about a time when you turned to your faith of your own accord. Maybe you’ve recently taken an interest in the lesser-known traditions of your faith and have adopted a practice of honoring elders by performing Bappa Jai Jai. If religion wasn’t a huge part of your upbringing, what led you to take a personal interest in it? Maybe going to your friends’ bar and bat mitzvahs made you want to seek out a structure for your own transition to adulthood. Or perhaps you’ve more recently developed an interest in philosophy and ethics, and you think it would be valuable to study these topics in a religious context. Whether you consider yourself a religious person or not, faith is a central component of the Pepperdine education, and now is your chance to figure out how you’ll fit in. In some ways, this is a sideways Why essay mixed with a Community essay, so if you’re having trouble getting started, read through our general guides to kickstart your brainstorming.
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