Studying abroad is more than just travel. You will undertake a bold, life-changing journey that will push you beyond your comfort zone, immerse you in a new cultures and challenge you to see the world—and yourself—through a broader, more powerful lens.
In this inaugural program and in partnership with Universidad de los Andes in Santiago, a cohort of twenty first-year students will have the opportunity to engage in experiential learning while fully immersing themselves in the cultural, historical, and sociopolitical dimensions of Chilean society through meaningful academic and hands-on experiences.
Application deadline: Sunday, August 31, 2025
Studying abroad is one of the most rewarding investments you can make in terms of academics, personal growth, professional preparation and global citizenship skills. It makes your résumé stand out, too, showing employers that you can adapt, solve problems and thrive in unfamiliar environments. Studies have shows students who studied abroad found employment within a year of graduation at double the rate of their peers.
At Pacific, we offer programs to fit your goals, interests, major and budget because we believe global learning should be accessible to all students. Studying abroad isn’t just about going somewhere new. It’s about becoming someone new.
Expand your education beyond the classroom: Walk the bustling streets of Mumbai, research marine ecosystems off the coast of Fiji, intern with a legal team in Amsterdam or practice your Spanish in Lima. Deepen your global perspective and gain real-world insights that last a lifetime.
Pacific has established strong partnerships enabling student exchange and robust faculty collaboration with universities across the world including:
Study abroad opportunities are available at these universities and many others.
Affordability plays a key role in making this journey possible, and we are determined to make study abroad as accessible as possible for every student. With thoughtful planning, financial advising and the right scholarship opportunities, students should not pay more while studying abroad than they would pay here.
Each study abroad program has slightly different cost structures depending on the length, destination, and program type:
Most financial aid may be applied to study abroad. Students receiving federal, state or institutional aid typically maintain eligibility while abroad.
In addition, students are invited to apply for a range of specialised scholarships to help reduce costs:
We strongly encourage students to work with the Study Abroad Office to explore all available funding options. Our team is able to offer guidance for preparing competitive applications, understanding deadlines and identifying additional external scholarships.
We don’t expect students or families to navigate finances alone. Every student receives:
We are strongly committed to making sure that every student is well-informed, prepared and supported throughout their global education experience. This video outlines important safety guidelines, travel protocols and resources available to you while overseas.
Every student—regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, ability, faith or background—enriches our programs with the unique perspectives. When you study abroad, who you are matters. We are committed to you feeling seen, supported and celebrated.
A richer learning environment: International classrooms are more vibrant and insightful when diverse voices are present. Your identity shapes your worldview and enriches your discussions abroad.
Equitable access: We work proactively to remove financial, cultural and logistical barriers so that study abroad is feasible and achievable for all students.
Belonging fosters bravery: Feeling welcomed and supported emboldens students to participate more deeply academically and personally.
Inclusive Advising: Our Study Abroad Office team includes cross-culturally trained advisors and peer mentors. A trusted ally will be at your side from day one, supporting your journey and honouring your identity.
Contextual Awareness: Understanding how your identity might be perceived or understood abroad is key. We guide students to research and reflect on destination-specific cultural norms, and to choose a place where they can expand their horizons while also keeping safe. We will provide you with an honest assessment, including personal safety considerations for LGBTQ students in certain countries.
Partnering Across Communities: We curate study abroad options with partner institutions who share our commitment to representation and student support.
Email: studyabroad@pacific.edu
Phone: 209.932.754 (front desk)
