Undergraduate Programs

The BS Biochemistry program follows national guidelines and is aligned with pre-requisites for professional schools.

Pacific offers flexible programs that prepare you to pursue careers or advanced degrees in the areas of molecular and cellular biology, genetics, biochemistry, botany, microbiology, physiology or zoology. Our department also prepares pre-professional students for entry into Pacific 's Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, as well as the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy.

The chemistry program offers a variety of exciting and future-oriented research topics, from organic synthesis, biochemistry, theoretical chemistry to physical chemistry and spectroscopy. When you earn a chemistry degree at Pacific, you can expect training in practical laboratory skills, which give you a competitive edge as you enter the workplace or pursue graduate degrees.

Pacific’s engineering physics degree program will prepare students for success in all technical fields, including AI and machine learning, and culminates in a senior design project applying engineering fundamentals to real-world problems, all while working alongside faculty advisers to personalize study plans aligning with individual academic and career goals.

Pacific's environmental engineering minor provides additional knowledge in environmental or water resources engineering to students whose current major is complementary to these topics. This major is not open to students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.

At Pacific, the Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences offers hands-on, field-based learning that prepares students for impactful careers in science, law, education and public service. With small classes, faculty-led research and global field experiences, students gain the skills and knowledge to address today’s most pressing environmental challenges.

Pacific’s health and exercise sciences major offers immersive learning experiences and innovative teaching methods. Students gain hands-on experience and learn to apply technology to real-world challenges in health and exercise.

A physics degree from Pacific opens the door to a wide range of careers from astrophysics and robotics to law and teaching. With personalized mentorship and access to cutting-edge research tools, you’ll gain the skills and experience to solve complex problems in any field.

About the Pre-Pharmacy Advantage Program

Set yourself up for success to become a highly skilled pharmacist by enrolling in the Pre-Pharmacy Advantage Program (BAAS) at the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy. In a program tailored specifically for first-time freshmen, Pre-Pharmacy Advantage students earn their PharmD degree to serve as compassionate, patient-centered pharmacists in as little as five years.

Pacific's minor in sustainability provides you with a deeper understanding of sustainability. If you're interested in working for transnational or development organizations, this interdisciplinary minor contains courses that can support your goals. This minor is open to all students regardless of major.