Financial Literacy
Webinars for Every Stage of Your Journey

Our financial aid webinars provide key information and a chance to ask questions, making them a must-watch for anyone looking to learn more about the financial aid process at Pacific. Webinars are led by Kaitlyn Goslinga, Pacific's senior assistant director of financial aid, who has a gift for making complex topics easy to understand. Watch her step-by-step walkthrough of the 2026-27 FAFSA to see what we mean!

Understand and Apply for Student Loans

Monday, March 30, 2026 | 6 PM PDT

So you need a student loan? Even if you are not sure if you plan to borrow, please join us to learn more about federal student and parent loan options including how interest accrues and the flexible repayment plans available. We will also provide you with all of the steps needed to have the loan funds applied to your balance. The idea of borrowing student loans can be a bit scary, but we are here to show you how they can be a helpful resource in keeping college costs down!

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These on-demand sessions presented by the Office of Financial Aid will help shed light on the financial aid process at Pacific for undergraduate and graduate students.

Read and Understand your Financial Aid Offer Notice

Monday, March 9, 2026

Watch this on demand video for an in-depth overview of your financial aid offer from the top of the letter to the bottom. This webinar will begin with helping you understand the various financial aid opportunities available and end with a discussion of costs to plan for compared to your aid offer. Even if you have not received your aid offer yet, this will help prepare you when you receive it.

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Manage your Investment in Pacific

Monday, March 16, 2026 

Watch this on demand video for an in-depth review of the financial aid timeline and ways to provide you more flexibility in making tuition payments, including payment plans, additional loan resources, on-campus employment, and future scholarship opportunities.

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Financial aid
Video Guide
Understanding Financial Aid at Pacific

Get step-by-step guidance on financial aid at University of the Pacific. This video series covers FAFSA, scholarships, grants, student and parent loans, how to read your offer and tips to manage out-of-pocket costs. Designed for students and families, these videos make it easier to understand your options and confidently plan for college.