Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving
Pepperdine University (Pepperdine) · Malibu, California · Private nonprofit university
Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches
Coaches at Pepperdine University who recruit Women's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.
The program
Where Pepperdine University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- West Coast Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- pepperdinewaves.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 83% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Pepperdine University in Malibu.
- Location
- Malibu, California
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Churches of Christ
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- pepperdine.edu
About Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Dan Marella, the Head Coach, leads the Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Pepperdine University (Pepperdine) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Swimming and Diving as a member of the West Coast Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. Pepperdine University is a private school in Malibu, California with 8,976 undergraduates, a 63% acceptance rate and an average net price of $52,216 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Dan Marella, the Head Coach and Emma Durham, the Assistant Coach. Pepperdine University has 3 coaches for Women's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Dan can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Pepperdine University typically score 1290–1450 on the SAT and 29–32 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Pepperdine University staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Email Coach Dan Marella at Pepperdine University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach DanHow swimming and diving recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Pepperdine University D1?
Yes. Pepperdine University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Swimming and Diving, in the West Coast Conference.
Is Pepperdine University public or private?
Pepperdine University is a private nonprofit school in Malibu, California.
What conference is Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving in?
The West Coast Conference.
Does Pepperdine University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Swimming and Diving?
Pepperdine University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving have?
3 coaches, led by Dan Marella, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving?
Dan Marella is the Head Coach.
When can Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Pepperdine University cost?
In-state tuition is $69,130 and out-of-state tuition is $69,130 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $52,216.
What is the Pepperdine University acceptance rate?
63% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Pepperdine University?
Admitted students typically score 1290–1450 on the SAT and 29–32 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Pepperdine University Women's Swimming and Diving coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
