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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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Questions we know you’re asking
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)
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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People

How this Pacific engineering grad is shaping the future of gaming and tech at YouTube
How this Pacific engineering grad is shaping the future of gaming and tech at YouTube

When Ryan Liu ’07 started his engineering journey, he didn’t see a single path; he saw possibility.

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The Pacific grad behind your favorite MLB players’ viral social media moments

When you turn on a Major League Baseball game, you’ll see dozens of athletes in peak physical condit…

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How political science major Kayleigh Fick is inspired by her history professor—in and out of the classroom 
How political science major Kayleigh Fick is inspired by her history professor—in and out of the classroom 

From the moment Kayleigh Fick ’25 set foot on Pacific’s campus; she was eager to dive into her polit…

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School

Want to become an OT? Here’s what you actually need to do before you apply to occupational therapy schools 
Want to become an OT? Here’s what you actually need to do before you apply to occupational therapy schools 

If you’re thinking about becoming an occupational therapist, gaining relevant experience now can giv…

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How occupational therapy doctorate programs prepare students for clinical practice 
How occupational therapy doctorate programs prepare students for clinical practice 

If you’re considering a career in occupational therapy (OT), understanding how graduate progra…

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Game day crisis control:  Emergency management science puts you at the center of the action
Game day crisis control: Emergency management science puts you at the center of the action

Sporting events, like the NCAA’s March Madness tournament, draw huge crowds and generate lots of exc…

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Lifestyle

Easy eats: Your guide to dining on campus at Pacific 
Easy eats: Your guide to dining on campus at Pacific 

When you’re juggling classes, studying and everything else college life throws at you, figuring out …

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Tiger Escapes attendees standing on snow around a snowman.
Snowshoeing near Lake Tahoe with Tiger Escapes 

Pulling on their snow gear and trying to avoid the mud, University of the Pacific students stepped o…

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Find your community at the Center for Identity and Inclusion 
Find your community at the Center for Identity and Inclusion 

Pacific’s Center for Identity and Inclusion (CII) was created as part of the university’s ongoing DE…

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Are AP classes worth it?
Are AP classes worth it?

If you are a high school student planning your future, AP classes present a unique combination of ch…

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Confused by student loans? Here’s the ultimate breakdown 
Confused by student loans? Here’s the ultimate breakdown 

Figuring out student loans doesn’t have to be stressful. At Pacific, we make the process easier with…

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Parents and student at University of the Pacific's Commencement
Everything your parents need to know about the Parent PLUS Loan application  

The journey to your college education is filled with excitement, anticipation and a lot of financial…

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