Join the Roar at Pacific

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. 

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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.

August 1
 
October 1
 
November 15

 

January 15

Please note: Admission applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

  • First-year student Pacific Admission Application deadline
  • Regular decision FAFSA priority deadline (for best possible financial aid eligibility)
  • CIP application deadline
 
February 1
  • Priority deadline to complete verification file (only if selected for verification by the Office of Financial Aid)
 
March 2
 
April 1
  • First-year student admission decisions ready for those who applied by Jan. 15
 
May 1
 
June 21
  • International students admission application deadline
 
July 1

 

Important Spring Dates

December 1

 

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. 

August 1
 
October 1
 
November 15
 
December 1

Please note: Admission applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

 

February 13
  • CIP application deadline
 
    February 1
    • Priority deadline to complete verification file (only if selected for verification by the Office of Financial Aid)
     
    March 2
     
    June 21
    • International student admission application deadline
     
    July 21

    Please note: Admission applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

    Transfer Students

    Are you a transfer student? We have the resources you need to make a smooth transition to Pacific.

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    Education You Can Afford

    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.

    Community Involvement Program (CIP)

    Are you a Stockton high school senior or a San Joaquin Delta College transfer student committed to serving the Stockton community? The Community Involvement Program (CIP) is the ideal scholarship and retention program to support you in further developing your leadership skills while providing you with social, academic, and financial support to attend Pacific as you continue to make a difference in the community.    

    CIP

    Contact Us

    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