University of the Pacific

The University of the Pacific is a private nonprofit university with its main residential campus in Stockton and professional campuses in Sacramento and San Francisco. The three-site model matters: many undergraduates study in Stockton, while McGeorge School of Law is in Sacramento and the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry is in San Francisco. Pacific also offers health sciences programs across all three locations. Compare the specific campus and school attached to your degree before deciding where you will live or commute.

Programs and campus locations

Pacific has nine schools and colleges and more than 80 undergraduate majors and minors. Stockton’s programs include liberal arts and sciences, engineering and computer science, business, education, music, health sciences and pharmacy. Examples include computer engineering, media arts and production, business administration, music performance, pharmacy and health-related pathways. Paid co-op options in engineering and practical projects in business add workplace experience to selected degrees. Students interested in law or dentistry should note that those professional schools are based at the other campuses.

Stockton main campus: 3601 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA 95211; admissions (209) 946-2211. Google Maps lists Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday are closed. This is the university’s 175-acre residential campus and home to most undergraduate programs.

Other campuses:

• Sacramento: 3200 Fifth Ave., Sacramento, CA 95817; admissions (916) 739-7105. This campus is home to McGeorge School of Law and programs in health sciences, policy, education and related graduate fields.
• San Francisco: 155 Fifth St., San Francisco, CA 94103; main number (415) 929-6400. The downtown campus is home to the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and selected programs in audiology and music therapy.

Programs can be moved or offered in more than one format. Check the university’s campus directory to confirm where a program meets, and contact the relevant school before visiting.

Tuition, scholarships and financial aid

For 2026–27, the published undergraduate tuition rate for a full-time student taking 12–18 units is $29,780 per semester, or $59,560 for fall and spring, before program-specific and campus fees. Housing, food, books, transportation and personal expenses add to the budget, and some programs have additional charges. Professional degrees in pharmacy, law and dentistry use separate tuition schedules, so do not use the undergraduate figure to estimate those programs.

All admitted students are automatically considered for most first-year academic merit scholarships, currently listed in a range of $10,000 to $30,000 annually; the Powell Scholarship requires a separate application. Students from Stockton who are first-generation college students may be eligible for the Community Involvement Program, a need-based scholarship and retention program that includes academic and community support. FAFSA and California Dream Act applicants may also qualify for federal, state and university need-based grants and other aid. Awards have different eligibility and renewal conditions, and merit scholarships generally apply to undergraduate study rather than later professional programs. Review Pacific’s scholarship requirements and current tuition and fees, then request a net cost estimate based on your aid offer.

Applying

Undergraduate applicants can apply to Pacific through the Common Application or the university’s application process. Pre-pharmacy, pre-dental and other programs may have different prerequisites or deadlines, and transfer applicants should ask how prior credits fit the degree plan. Graduate, pharmacy, law and dental admissions each have their own application requirements. Start at Pacific’s undergraduate admission page or contact the campus that offers your program before submitting materials.

What students say

Public student reviews often describe approachable professors, small classes, a walkable and attractive campus, and opportunities to build a close community. Some reviewers raise concerns about housing or dining quality, communication with student services and a social scene that can feel quiet outside campus activities. Comments about Stockton’s surrounding area also vary; a campus visit and a conversation with current students can help you assess transportation, housing and the places you would use day to day. Read a range of student reviews alongside the university’s program and cost information.