University of the Pacific
Stockton, California
A Campus Steeped in Tradition
Founded in 1851, University of the Pacific holds the distinction of being the first chartered university in California. The 175-acre campus is stunning in its beauty, with traditional brick and ivy-covered buildings accompanied by more than 100 species of regional and international trees. This gorgeous campus has caught the attention of Hollywood, having been used as a set for such films as Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark and Flubber.
Inside and Outside the Classroom
Small class sizes and personal attention are two enormous benefits of a Pacific education. The student-centered institution strives to educate the leaders of tomorrow through intensive academic study, experiential learning, and service to the community. A vibrant campus life enriches and supports each Pacific student’s college experience. Students participate in over 150 student clubs and organizations, Greek life, intramural sport clubs, and community outreach opportunities. They also attend chart-topping concerts and fun university events.
Student Success
Offering a variety of useful resources, University of the Pacific is committed to helping students succeed. The Four-Year Guarantee facilitates each student’s goal to earn their Bachelor’s Degree within four years. Competitive accelerated programs go even further to prepare very dedicated and talented freshmen for their professional degrees. Alumni leave Pacific equipped to make their mark and practice their professions at the highest level.
Get to know University of the Pacific
College Highlights
University of the Pacific highly values real-world, hands-on experiences, providing students with a variety of opportunities to take an active part in their learning.
STUDY ABROAD
Pacific students benefit from a robust Study Abroad program that offers programs in many different countries throughout six continents. Exchange programs, which focus on cultural immersion and language-intensive courses, are offered during the semester or academic year, while other faculty-led programs are offered during the summer. A number of Pacific faculty members also offer embedded courses, which are typical semester courses that include an additional short-term study abroad component (often at the end of the term). This information is listed in the course description. For more details about Study Abroad opportunities at Pacific, visit pacific.abroadoffice.net.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
The Office of Undergraduate Research supports research and other forms of creative activity for undergraduates by providing funding for student research projects and hosting the annual Pacific Undergraduate Research & Creativity Conference (PURCC). It also connects students with research and presentation opportunities both on and off campus and assists faculty who want to mentor undergraduate scholars. Learn more by visiting the website.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
“Collaboration and Leadership” is one of Pacific’s seven institutional learning objectives. In that spirit, the Student Leadership Development office offers co-curricular programs and educational modules that assist students in developing social, emotional, and intercultural competencies. For example, the One Word Project helps students understand their passions through an exercise that asks them to choose one word that best describes their ideal self.
The Associated Students of the University of the Pacific (ASuop) is the governing student body that advocates for and works on behalf of student concerns. ASuop Government maintains close working relationships with the Division of Student Life and partnerships around the Stockton Community, all working to benefit students as much as possible.
INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
At Pacific, a variety of interdisciplinary programs are made up of comprehensive combinations of multiple fields of study, and many majors require classes in other disciplines. Faculty from different departments open the doors for an enriched student experience, working together to help their students cross boundaries for academic excellence.
ENROLLMENT BY ETHNICITY
Non-U.S. Citizen: 8%
Hispanic/Latine: 26%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: 4%
White, non-Hispanic: 18%
Native/Indigenous American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic: 0%
Asian, non-Hispanic: 36%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic: 1%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic: 5%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown: 3%
UNIVERSITY WRITING PROGRAM
The University Writing Program encourages active, engaged learning through writing-intensive courses all throughout the university. It offers use innovative teaching methods in writing instruction as well as tutorial support from the Student Writing Center. Additionally, its Developmental Writing Program helps build the fundamental skills needed for success in college-level writing. This program consists of a series of courses that are designed for students who are new to the university and need extra help establishing their skills. Writing (and strong writing instruction) is intrinsically incorporated into many disciplines, preparing students to enter the workforce or further graduate studies as strong, competent communicators.
SPECIAL STUDY OPTIONS
Programs available at this institution.
Accelerated program
Distance learning
Double major
Dual enrollment
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Honors Program
Independent study
Internships
Liberal arts/career combination
Student-designed major
Study abroad
Teacher certification program
Undergraduate research
University of the Pacific provides numerous opportunities for students to expand their learning outside the classroom, including stimulating lecture series, film festivals (including Pacific Student Film Festivals), and more. The Reynolds Gallery, located in the Jeannette Powell Art Center, hosts many free, public exhibits throughout the year, and Pacific students can further benefit from learning communities and honors programs.
RESIDENTIAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES
Residential Learning Communities provide students with programming opportunities that go hand-in-hand with what they are studying in the classroom. The First-Year Honors Community, designed for freshmen in the Honors Program, offers easy access to faculty resources, added social and academic support through “Honors Peers,” and structured programs and activities that are organized to coincide with classroom learning. Students who live in the First-Year Residential Living Community are assigned to common Pacific Seminar sections, allowing the same cohort of students to live and learn together. The Engineering & Computer Science Learning Community’s location allows students to have easy access to services in the immediately adjacent School of Engineering and Computer Science building. These services include free drop-in tutoring as well as the 24-hour Engineering and Computer Science open labs.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP)
The Community Involvement Program (CIP) is a comprehensive need-based scholarship and retention program for first-generation college students from the Stockton community who have demonstrated the potential for sustainable leadership, community awareness, and involvement. CIP scholars benefit from co-curricular experiences, forming their own learning community through their academic enrichment and shared access to services like tutoring and peer mentoring. They can also explore and enhance their future career success by networking and engaging with CIP alumni.
FRESHMAN HONORS PROGRAM
The Freshman Honors Program is a vibrant intellectual and social community designed for academically talented students across all majors. Students in the program are invited to apply for space in the Honors Residence Hall (see above) in order to immerse themselves fully into their active community.
PACIFIC HUMANITIES SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The Pacific Humanities Scholars Program is an accelerated academic track that is designed to foster an intellectually rigorous and culturally rich community in which students can learn, grow, and thrive. Extracurricular events, activities, field trips, and projects encourage a deeper exploration of Humanities disciplines, all while forming strong bonds of among peers.
PACIFIC LEGAL SCHOLARS
The Pacific Legal Scholars program is a highly selective, seven-unit program that is designed to expose students to the legal field while preparing them for the rigors of law school. This program helps students enhance their intellectual curiosity and build their legal network through a variety of activities, field trips, and events.
POWELL SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The Powell Scholars Program is comprised of students who have earned the university’s premier academic award, forming a community that places value on a broad and rich educational experience. It focuses on developing the academic, creative and leadership potential of high-performing students in all majors across the university. Powell Scholars take seminars, participate in retreats, attend cultural events off campus, and more.
SCHOOL LOCATION
University of the Pacific is located in Stockton, California. It is situated along the San Joaquin Delta waterway, which connects to the San Francisco Bay and the Sacramento and San Joaquin Rivers, making it an exceptional destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Students can also take advantage of Stockton’s rich cultural history, exclusive shopping, varied restaurants, and professional sport teams. And, when they feel like going on a road trip, all the best of California is within reach thanks to the University’s central location. San Francisco (1.5 hours), Sacramento (45 minutes), and Yosemite (2 hours) are a just few of the popular nearby locations.
ATHLETICS
Pacific Tigers compete in NCAA Division I athletics, playing on one or more of 18 teams: baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, women’s cross country, women’s field hockey, men’s golf, women’s sand volleyball, men’s and women’s soccer, women’s softball, men’s and women’s swimming, men’s and women’s tennis, women’s track and field, women’s volleyball, and men’s and women’s water polo. The university has claimed two national championships (in women’s volleyball).
RESIDENCE LIFE
Percent of students living on campus.
First-time, first-year (freshman) students: 75%
Undergraduates: 51%
Campus housing options.
Coed dorms
Men’s dorms
Women’s dorms
Apartments for married students
Apartments for single students
Special housing for students with disabilities
Special housing for international students
Fraternity/sorority housing
Theme housing
Living-learning communities
University of the Pacific students graduate well-prepared to face an exciting future in a global society. They each complete a Capstone project, thinking critically and conquering challenges through a culmination of their collegiate studies.
Before they wrap up their studies, of course, they bolster their success with hands-on experience, an integral part of a Pacific education. Through service learning, Pacific students take what they learn in the classroom and apply it to the real world. In doing so, they contribute to the community and improve the lives of others, all while learning more about themselves. For example, through pharmacy clinics, the Physical Therapy Clinic, and Speech-Language Pathology Clinics, faculty, staff, and students in the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences provide more than 2,000 hours of health-related services to community members in need. And, through Book Buddies, a program in collaboration with the Stockton Public Library, Gladys L. Benerd School of Education students are paired off with children from the community. Once a week, these pairs spend time reading to one another.
JACOBY CENTER FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AND CIVIC LEADERSHIP
Through research projects, internships, and other experiences provided by the Jacoby Center, students learn to study socio-political issues, analyze the way civic leaders attempt to resolve such issues, and assume leadership to organize and implement solutions. Key Jacoby Center Projects include the Midtown Magnolia Project, an initiative that supports the revitalization efforts of a historical neighborhood in Stockton and includes tutoring, after school, and youth programs; Sacramento Experience, a program that places students as interns in government, lobbying, or non-profit organizations in the California capital, all while attending a weekly seminar focused on state politics and public policy; and Washington Semester, a program that enables students to spend a semester at American University in Washington, D.C., while receiving academic credit through a combination of internship, academic, and seminar experiences. To learn about these and other Jacoby Center projects, visit the website.
BEYOND OUR GATES … INTO THE COMMUNITY
Community engagement is a priority at University of the Pacific. In that spirit, the “Beyond Our Gates … Into the Community” initiative launched in 2010 to forge community partnerships that improve lives in the surrounding region. For example, Pacific has united with community partners in an an effort to improve early literacy in the San Joaquin Valley.
INTERNSHIPS AND JOBS
There are many great internship experiences available to Pacific students. The Career Resource Center, for example, offers a number of services including Tiger Jobs, the center’s online job database. Tiger Jobs even includes a list of alumni mentors who want to connect with students.
There are also internships available through specific schools. For example, Cooperative Education (CO-OP) is an experiential internship program for students in the School of Engineering and Computer Science that allows them to reinforce classroom experience by relating theory to practice. Students strengthen and reinforce their academic engineering knowledge and skills, acquire hands-on industry experiences and programming skills, learn how to navigate in a corporate environment, and build confidence.
NOTABLE ALUMNI
View a list of Pacific’s Alumni of Distinction.
Admission
APPLICATION INFORMATION
To apply for undergraduate admission to University of the Pacific, visit go.pacific.edu/apply to complete the online application or apply through commonapp.org. Applicants need to submit official transcripts and test scores (SAT or ACT). It is recommended that to submit a personal statement as well as a letter of academic recommendation. In addition, international students may also need to submit a copy of their passport, certification of finances, and an English Language Proficiency Test.
TEST SCORES
Optional
FRESHMAN PROFILE
SAT Composite
25th Percentile: 1128 | 75th Percentile: 1420
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th Percentile: 560 | 75th Percentile: 680
SAT Math
25th Percentile: 560 | 75th Percentile: 743
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 25 | 75th Percentile: 33
ACT Math
25th Percentile: 26 | 75th Percentile: 34
ACT English
25th Percentile: 25 | 75th Percentile: 34
Tuition & Cost
Tuition: $52,918
Fees: $764
Room: $9,180
Board: $5,240
Aid
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Pacific offers a variety of scholarships for entering freshmen and transfer students. Admitted students are automatically considered for some academic awards, with priority given to the following applicants:
- Freshmen students who apply by January 15th
- Transfer students who apply by January 15th
Note: Applications for some scholarships are due before January 15th. Meeting the minimum qualifications for the scholarship selection process does not guarantee that a student will receive a scholarship award.
First-Time Freshman Scholarships
Academic Awards – Automatic Consideration
Regents’ Scholarship*
President’s Scholarship*
Provost’s Scholarship*
Dean’s Scholarship*
Pacific Scholarship*
Special Application Required
Powell Scholarship*
Community Involvement Program (CIP)
Oak Park Scholarship
MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) Scholarship
Athletic Scholarships
Bishop’s Scholarship
Conservatory Music Merit Scholarships
*If an entering freshman is selected for more than one Pacific academic scholarship, with the exception of the Dean’s and Pacific Scholarships, the student will receive the most advantageous award.
First-Time Transfer Scholarships
Academic Awards – Automatic Consideration
Tri-County Transfer Scholarship*
Distinguished Transfer Scholarship*
Commended Transfer Scholarship*
Special Application Required
Community Involvement Program (CIP)
Oak Park Scholarship
MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) Scholarship
Athletic Scholarships
Bishops Scholarship
Hitchcock Dental Hygiene Scholarship
*If an entering transfer student is selected for more than one of these scholarships, the student will receive the most advantageous award and may be eligible for multiple awards.
Contact University of the Pacific
Contact Admissions
www.pacific.edu/admission
(209) 946-2211
admission@pacific.edu
Campus Location
3601 Pacific Ave
Stockton, CA 95211
(209) 946-2285