Undergraduate Programs

Pacific’s biochemistry program offers a rigorous, research-rich learning experience where students explore the molecular foundations of life and prepare for a wide range of science and health careers.

The biological sciences program at Pacific prepares you with a strong foundation in life sciences, hands-on research opportunities and the skills needed for careers in health, research and biotechnology.

Pacific’s chemistry program equips students with a strong foundation in chemical principles, hands-on research experience and faculty mentorship to prepare them for careers in health sciences, pharmacy, industry or graduate school.

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.

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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.

This major (choral or instrumental) offers an academically challenging, performance-based core curriculum allowing you to obtain a degree and California teaching credential within four years. You will develop real-life teaching skills and expand your musicianship.

Benerd College’s Accelerated Bachelor’s Degree Completion program in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Criminal Justice is designed to give working adults the academic knowledge and skills to advance their careers within the field of criminal justice.

The Accelerated Bachelor's Degree Completion in Organizational Leadership prepares students for leadership positions; it also ensures students develop the skills to successfully implement change in organizations. Courses focus on leadership development, project management, communication, public relations, conflict management, and social psychology.

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 interdisciplinary sustainability degree program cultivates skilled problem-solvers who are prepared to address pressing climate challenges. Leveraging the Central Valley's growing demand for sustainability experts, graduates emerge job-ready with in-demand skills and high compensation.

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.

Earn your teaching credential with a Minor in Education. The Teaching Professions minor prepares future teachers to move beyond the fundamentals of a subject and develop skills through coursework and experiential learning.