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 choose a college
What university is right for you? It’s OK if you don’t have an answer just yet; you don’t need to rush your decision. But if you’re about to start applications, you do need to narrow your choices into a manageable list. There are thousands of colleges in the U.S., so it’s not …
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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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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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Pacific students make Yosemite National Park their classroom
Renowned naturalist John Muir learned by doing. He spent his time hiking, camping&nbs…
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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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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 choose a college
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Does the PSAT matter?
If you are starting to think about college, you might be wondering whether you should take the PSAT,…
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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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