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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

A picture of Jeniffer Morfin standing in front of a brick wall.
Taking engineering management from the classroom to the worksite

Jeniffer Morfin, a graduate of Pacific’s engineering management degree program, is a project manager…

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From classroom to career: How English alumna Kim Austin found success in the tech industry 
From classroom to career: How English alumna Kim Austin found success in the tech industry 

As a versatile student, Kim Austin expanded her studies beyond English and took classes in computer …

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Pacific students stand in front of a Cal Hacks-branded background after winning first place in the web app category.
Computer science team wins first place in web app category at Cal Hacks 

Shopping in stores can be a hassle, especially when you forget an item and have to crisscross the ai…

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School

What can you do with a mechanical engineering degree?  
What can you do with a mechanical engineering degree?  

Getting a mechanical engineering degree is a great springboard into a career in almost any technical…

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What can you do with a political science degree?  
What can you do with a political science degree?  

In election years, it’s easier to see what political scientists do: they track public opinion, advis…

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What can you do with an electrical engineering degree?
What can you do with an electrical engineering degree?

We live in a world flush with electrical systems and electronics. Every day you use consumer goods l…

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Lifestyle

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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Learning how to make zines at Pacific

One of the benefits of studying at University of the Pacific is being enmeshed in a vibrant art scen…

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Pacific students cheer on Tigers men’s basketball team at home opener 
Pacific students cheer on Tigers men’s basketball team at home opener 

There are plenty of reasons to head down to the Alex G. Spanos Center and watch the Pacific men’s ba…

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How to Apply

How to make the most of Admitted Student Day 2025
How to make the most of Admitted Student Day 2025

Admitted Student Day is more than just a campus tour; it’s your chance to get to know Pacific. You w…

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Master the 2025-26 FAFSA with expert tips from Pacific’s financial aid team

Join University of the Pacific’s Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid Kaitlyn Goslinga a…

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Why you don’t want to miss Fall Open House
Why you don’t want to miss Fall Open House

Whether you’re a prospective student or a parent, Fall Open House is your chance to explore Pa…

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