About Grants
Most university aid is awarded on the basis of academic achievement or performance, and/or financial need. University of the Pacific Grants (UOP Tuition and Housing Grant) amounts vary and are awarded to entering first-year students who demonstrate financial need.
Federal Pell Grant
Federal grants are offered to students who demonstrate high financial need. In the 2025-26 academic year, Pell Grants range from $740 to $7,395.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
The Federal FSEOG program is for undergraduates with exceptional financial need. Eligible undergraduate Pacific students who are Pell Grant recipients may be awarded grants of $1,000 per year.
Cal Grants
Cal Grants are need-based grants for low-income and middle-income students who are California residents and attend California colleges and universities. Cal Grants provides up to $9,358 per school year for tuition and fees.
Success Grants
The U.S. Department of Education and University of the Pacific's Office of Financial Aid have provided funds for a limited number of grants for qualified students in SUCCESS. These grants are designed for SUCCESS students who are current Pell Grant recipients to help them meet any unmet financial need (as determined by the Office of Financial Aid).
Yellow Ribbon Program
Selected students will receive university grant and/or scholarship funds to pay up to 50% of tuition charges.