Undergraduate Programs

The Anthropology Minor is designed to allow students with an interest in Anthropology the opportunity to combine a generalized sequence of courses into a program. An Anthropology Minor broadens a student’s major field of study by exposing the student to the diverse ways of life of people around the globe. Students who complete the Anthropology Minor have a greater knowledge of the theories, concepts, and methods used by Anthropologists in the study of human cultures, past and present.

The art history minor looks at the history of humanity through the broad spectrum of art and promotes thinking critically and historically. Select from courses about prehistoric art through the modern age, including design thinking.

Pacific’s BA degree in criminal justice prepares you for meaningful work in law enforcement, courts, or corrections through a curriculum grounded in real-world experience and public service. Choose a concentration in political science or sociology and explore pathways to Pacific’s McGeorge School of Law or master’s in social work.

The minor in Ethnic Studies is a set of courses that address the impact of race, culture, class, gender, and sexuality in shaping our experience.

University of the Pacific offers a minor in gender studies for students interested in how gender intersects with definitions of nationality, race, ethnicity and class.

From the history of food to a close examination of modern Asian societies, the history degree from Pacific offers a wide variety of classes that cover diverse themes. You will have opportunities to learn outside the classroom, including internships at nearby museums, independent student projects and presenting at national conferences.

The minor in Latin American Studies at University of the Pacific is an interdisciplinary study of Latin America and Latinx culture, history, politics and social conditions.

This major combines intensive musical training with academic work in music and the other humanities, including foreign language. Whether pursuing study in graduate school or directly entering the world of music, you will be prepared for your musical career of choice.

Philosophy exposes you to some of the greatest minds in human history. You will discuss ideas with professors and peers and develop many transferable skills, including the ability to see different sides of an issue, present cogent reasoning for a position, detect fallacies in arguments and boil down complex data to its essence.

Unlock your potential to shape policy and lead with a political science degree from University of the Pacific, where you'll delve into the workings of government, policy creation, and human interaction in the public sphere through diverse topics like elections, law, and justice. Pacific offers hands-on learning beyond the classroom, including internships in Sacramento and Washington D.C., accelerated degree options, and unique pre-law advantages like the Pacific Legal Advantage Program.

Earning a psychology degree at University of the Pacific will equip you with the tools and experience needed to step into a career or pursue graduate-level studies. Learn more about specialized topics that interest you in close collaboration with peers and professors. You’ll also have access to research opportunities that you may be able to publish or present on.

The Political Science department in the College of the Pacific offers a Public Affairs minor, which focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the public realities of their world.

Pacific's public health and community wellness program prepares you for a career in one of the many nonclinical areas of health care that require a broad base of knowledge in the social sciences and the humanities.

The social sciences major will allow you to explore history, economics, political science and sociology while pursuing a teaching credential from Pacific’s Benerd College.

Earn your BA in sociology and gain hands-on experience through internships and community involvement preparing you for diverse careers in social justice, public policy and beyond, with options for accelerated programs and specialized concentrations. Discover how a sociology degree can empower you to address critical social issues and become a leader for change.

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.