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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Why you should attend Fall Open House
Fall Open House is your chance to get to know the University of the Pacific. You can explore campus, meet other students, connect with professors and get answers to your questions. Why attend Fall Open House? You can drop by campus and see it for yourself at any point, but Fall Open House is a… Read More »Home
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(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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A Pacific engineering management grad on how he made his mark on campus
Colin Schneider ’25Major: Engineering ManagementHometown: Stockton, CaliforniaExtracurriculars…
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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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How to become a controller
If you are interested in accounting, finance and business leadership, becoming a controller may be a…
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How to become a data scientist
If you’ve ever wondered how your favorite streaming service recommends your next show, how wea…
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How to become a lawyer
For many students, becoming a lawyer starts with a desire to help others, solve complex problems or …
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Insider tips for a better day trip to Sacramento
Just under an hour’s drive north of University of the Pacific’s Stockton campus lies Cal…
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Beyond the big leagues: 6 Northern California teams worth cheering for
Did you know California has the most professional sports teams of any U.S. state? From University of…
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See San Francisco like a local
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from living in Northern California and spending a lot of time in S…
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Why is the FAFSA important?
If college is in your future, filling out the FAFSA should be one of the first steps in figuring out…
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Why you should attend Fall Open House
Fall Open House is your chance to get to know the University of the Pacific. You can explore campus,…
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¿Cuánto importan las actividades extracurriculares para las solicitudes universitarias?
¿Cuánto importan las actividades extracurriculares para las solicitudes universitarias? Las activida…
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