Why Pacific? For starters: Small class sizes with an experienced and compassionate faculty. A diverse and vibrant community. Hands-on practical experience through research, service and other opportunities. With more than 80 major and minor programs, you'll find your place at Pacific. Need more reasons? Dean of Undergraduate Admission Jeff Levine sums it up perfectly in this video.
Ready to begin your journey to Pacific? You're in the right place. Choose your application to get started or to finish one you're already worked on. If you have questions about your application, our Admission team is happy to help! Please note: Fall 2022 admission applications received after Jan. 15 will be considered on a space-available basis.
In addition to the online application, you must also send the following documents to be considered for admission:
Additionally, you may submit the following as part of your application:
Additional information for applying to Pacific:
Once you submit your application, you can check the status of your application and supporting documents by using the online application status checker.
Please note: Admission applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
* The Early Action admission program is a non-binding opportunity for applicants with strong academic records who consider Pacific their top-choice to receive their admission decisions by mid-January. This is the required application deadline for students applying to the Pre-Pharmacy and Pre-Dentistry programs. In most cases, those indicating Early Action on their admission applications who do not meet Early Action criteria will automatically be considered for regular admission in the regular decision group. To be considered for Early Action, ONLY admission application needs to be submitted by Nov. 15. Additional documentation can be submitted after this deadline; however, applications will not be reviewed until those documents are submitted.
Please note: Admission applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
Please note: Admission applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.
Curious high school students, this is for you! Become immersed in cutting-edge topics and issues through learning environments focused on real-world, hands-on experiences in Pacific's labs, studios, fields and makerspaces during the Pacific Summer High School Institute on campus from June 19 to July 1.
We've got brochures and guides online! Learn more about applying to Pacific by flipping through the brochure on the left, then click on "Read More" to see our other helpful guides. We'll keep adding more as they're published, so bookmark this page!
Are you a transfer student or military veteran? We have the resources you need to make a smooth transition to Pacific.
With several need- and merit-based scholarship opportunities, Pacific offers the excellence and community of a private university at an accessible price. An investment in Pacific is an investment in small class sizes, experienced faculty who deliver personal attention, and a robust curriculum that emphasizes career preparation. Pacific is a diverse and vibrant community you’ll love being a part of.
Although the pandemic changed the way we learn and connect, it hasn’t changed how Pacific supports our students. We regularly host events to help you get a taste of life at Pacific and to answer any questions you might have about the university and the surrounding area.
We know that the admission process can seem overwhelming. You have our support, anytime. Admission counselors are available to answer your enrollment questions, or you can get in touch with a current Pacific student who can give you a glimpse of life at Pacific.
Congratulations — you've earned this! Confirming your enrollment is the last step of your college acceptance and the first step on the path toward your career.
University of the Pacific, Office of Admission
3601 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA 95211
Phone: 209.946.2211 | Fax: 209.946.2413
Email: admission@pacific.edu
