Graduate Programs

The Department of Communication offers graduate-level instruction leading toward the Master of Arts degree. This program combines training in communication theory, methodology and practice. It is intended for students who want to develop the knowledge and skills to solve work-related communication problems and for those who intend to enter doctoral programs.

The Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry is the only dental school in the United States with a decades-long track record of offering a year-round, accelerated three-year DDS program. This degree combines outstanding clinical training and a humanistic model of education which stresses the dignity of each individual and their value as a person. You will acquire skills and knowledge necessary for "practice-ready" dental professionals trained for a rewarding career.

This rigorous 27-month program is designed to provide in-depth clinical training built on a solid foundation of biomedical science. You will receive training from expert faculty spanning all areas of contemporary endodontic therapy.

This is a one-year, accredited postgraduate residency in general dentistry with an optional second year. The residents receive advanced training and clinical experience while providing comprehensive dental care in underserved communities.

The International Dental Studies (IDS) program at the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry offers qualified internationally educated dentists the opportunity to gain skills and knowledge of the dental profession as practiced in the United States. It is a 2-year accelerated program consisting of both academic and clinical training.

Our Doctorate in Education, Leadership and Innovation program was made for innovators and creators in their fields. Our programs offer a unique and transformative experience for practitioners interested in the study and practice of learning, leadership, and change. Our students focus on a system and innovation perspective to make real and lasting changes in our learning system.

Designed for students with an undergraduate degree in music education, the degree offers a core course of study along with numerous electives in music and education providing an individualized program that caters to specific career goals.

A graduate-level program in music therapy designed for students with an undergraduate degree in music or fields related to music therapy who seek both entry- and advanced-level training in music therapy.

The University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery offers a one-year internship position for dentists who are interested in gaining an additional year of education and experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery beyond that which is taught during dental school, and who are preparing to apply to OMS residency training programs.

Organizations need innovation more than ever, and you can help bring rapid change that matters with a Master of Arts in Leadership, concentration in Organizational Innovation and Change. This program provides a completely unique learning experience where you will work with others to make organizational changes that keep people at the center.

One of the leading programs in the U.S., the orthodontics program is fully accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and recognized for educational eligibility by the American Board of Orthodontics. The 27-month curriculum combines didactic courses, clinical experience and research.

The Dental Sleep Medicine Fellowship program is designed to prepare orthodontists in the field of sleep medicine. Based at the Department of Orthodontics at University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, the program aims to provide excellent patient care, strong teaching, innovative clinical research and broad clinical exposure to dental sleep medicine. The collaboration and integration of Stanford’s otolaryngology-sleep surgery and sleep medicine programs with the Dugoni School’s sleep orthodontic program will support an interdisciplinary approach. The fellowship program provides exposure to the fields of somnology and sleep surgery with a focus on dental sleep medicine.

Speech-language pathologists work with people of all ages and are prepared to evaluate speech and language problems. Pacific prepares you for lifelong success by providing an excellent student-centered experiential learning experience through clinical practice, scholarly activity, and service to the profession and the community.