Master of Dispute Resolution
Program Overview
Pepperdine's Master of Dispute Resolution (MDR) is available for students looking to work in a variety of law and non-law areas. The study of conflict is not limited to the legal profession. Students have applied their MDR to areas including human resources, law enforcement, business counseling, education, international diplomacy, and more. Earn your degree online.
Scholarships for Students Starting in 2021
$15,000 minimum scholarship guaranteed for applicants admitted to the MDR program and starting their studies during the Summer or Fall 2021 terms. Not applicable to joint degree or online degree program applicants. Must submit a complete application by April 15, 2021 to be considered for this scholarship.
At the Forefront of Legal Education
Over 95% of cases filed in the courts are handled under dispute resolution processes like negotiation, mediation and arbitration. Law students, attorneys, and non-law practitioners chose to equip themselves to handle this next generation of conflict. Pepperdine's hands-on approach with lectures, discussions and simulated exercises better prepare students to manage conflict in a variety of environments.
Quick Facts
- 50+Dispute Resolution Courses
- 100%Applicants Considered for Scholarship
- 63Countries Represented by Alumni
- Malibu Campus Location and Online
Testimonials
Here at Pepperdine, we have this thing called the Pepperdine touch, where we not only do what's required, but we go a step beyond, and that's executed at all levels here at the university, particularly at the Straus Institute. You have professors who work with you through the simulations as well as outside of the classroom to make sure that you're getting the experience that you need. That aspect of the program is what really made me say, "I'm glad I chose Pepperdine."
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Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution
Pepperdine Caruso Law
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263