Master of Dispute Resolution (MDR - Straus Institute)

Offered by the world's top-ranked Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, educating international mediators in complex multi-party negotiation, international arbitration, and diplomatic consensus building.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: 3.0 undergraduate or law degree GPA
English language proficiency: TOEFL 95+ or IELTS 7.0
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Conflict resolution goals statement
Recommendation letters: Two professional letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Straus Institute Conflict Resolution Fellowships up to $10,000
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: $2,350/credit hour

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Facts reflect official Pepperdine University - DC Campus documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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