Why Study at University of the Pacific
Through your studies at Pacific, you can expect to acquire specialized skills and essential knowledge while experiencing personal growth. Having an established set of goals allows Pacific to assess outcomes at the university level, which leads to continuous improvement and innovation of our teaching approach.
Invaluable Experiences
Nationally Recognized Programs—Our engineering, health science and liberal arts programs all enjoy national recognition and a reputation for teaching excellence.
An Education that Fits You
- We offer over 100 majors and minors, ensuring that you can pursue a degree aligned with your interests and passions
- With accelerated programs and flexible study options, our students benefit from a quality education that fits into their life
Pacific's Personalized Approach—As a Pacific student, you receive personalized education in a small class setting, allowing you to form meaningful relationships with your professors and engage deeply in your field of study.
Indispensable Connections
Connections that Start Careers—Pacific offers a wide variety of unique internships with local and national corporations, including opportunities to collaborate with our growing network of successful alumni.
Graduate Career-Ready—With all the practical experience and personal connections afforded to Pacific students, it's no surprise that 91% of our graduates who responded to our survey are working in their field or pursuing further education within six months of graduation.
Build Connections that Last a Lifetime
- Finding people who share your passions is easy with so many opportunities to connect inside and outside the classroom
- Pacific offers over 150 clubs and student organizations, so you're sure to find something that resonates with you