California’s
Private University
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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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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-world challenges during her summer internship helping run a program and event center in her hometown in Hungary.
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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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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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Debunking myths about graduate school
Every day I talk with prospective graduate students of all ages and backgrounds who wonder if they a…
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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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This is where college friendships start: Inside Pacific’s Living Learning Communities
At University of the Pacific, your residence hall is more than just a place to sleep, it's a place f…
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What to do before you apply for college
Even before you apply to college, you have a lot of decisions to make: choosing where to apply, how …
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What looks good on college applications
Applying to college is your chance to showcase who you are—not just as a student, but as a whole per…
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How to apply to college
It’s no small feat to apply to college. But your application doesn’t have to be time-consuming…
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