California’s
Private University
of Choice
University of the Pacific takes pride in offering small class sizes,
dedicated teaching and experiential opportunities to undergraduates
who seek preparation for career success. Pacific is a nationally ranked
university with a long tradition of engaged faculty, hands-on research
and vibrant residential life. The breathtaking main campus in Stockton,
California is home to seven schools and colleges, with more than 80
majors and programs of undergraduate study.
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How to plan a campus tour
College is your home for years. While it’s most important to choose one that matches your education and career goals, you also want to enjoy student life and culture. The best way to learn that is to see campus for yourself. Campus tours are a great way to get a feel for a universit…
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Questions we know you’re asking
(Updated Jan. 24, 2025) Making the decision of where to attend college is a tough and important one.…
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How to reach out to your roommate (email template included)
Contacting your roommate for the first time doesn't have to be scary.
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Pacific social media accounts you need to follow
Start following these Instagram accounts to stay up to date on everything happening at Pacific!
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This international student wanted an internship close to home—a Pacific scholarship helped make it happen
Maja Dulic, an international student at Pacific, sharpened her business skills by tackling real-worl…
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Ready to make your mark? Here’s how ASUOP’s president is leading the charge for a year of connection at Pacific
Evangelina Sanchez ’28, newly elected president of the Associated Students of University of the Paci…
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First-time designer to DreamWorks intern: How Pacific helped Ethan Fontes build a career-ready portfolio
When Ethan Fontes arrived at University of the Pacific, he had never used graphic design software. B…
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How to know you’re ready for graduate school
It’s no secret that graduate school is a big decision and a big commitment—of time, money, and energ…
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Is graduate school worth it?
If you’ve thought about graduate school, you’ve probably wondered: Is it really worth it…
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How to become a speech-language pathologist
Some people have trouble communicating. Sometimes they’re born with it, other times they develop it …
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Your front-row seat to Pacific’s campus arts and culture
Student creativity is woven into everyday life at University of the Pacific. Many music ensembles ar…
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What to expect on Move-In Day
To help make your Move-In Day easy and stress-free, we’ve put together everything you need to know, …
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What to bring when you move to campus
College students live pretty busy lives. When you’re not running to class or tackling assignments, y…
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How to plan a campus tour
College is your home for years. While it’s most important to choose one tha…
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Master the 2026-27 FAFSA with a video walkthrough and expert tips
The 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid form opened early this year! It’s imp…
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Domina la FAFSA 2026-27 con los consejos de expertos del equipo de ayuda financiera de Pacific
Únete a la escritora de contenido multicultural de la Universidad del Pacífico, Lorena Becerra, mien…
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