University of the Pacific is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Stockton, California with 3,204 undergraduates. It admits 71% of applicants, costs an average of $24,186 a year after grants and graduates 73% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of the Pacific acceptance rate and admissions
University of the Pacific admitted 71% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 590 to 710, math 593 to 770). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
University of the Pacific application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Jan 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $55 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on University of the Pacific’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
University of the Pacific tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $58,844 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $17,546 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $73,184 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $24,186 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $24,186 a year after grants and scholarships, $48,998 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University of the Pacific's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of the Pacific graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 73% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $88,053 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 21% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of the Pacific majors and what graduates earn
University of the Pacific awarded bachelor's degrees in 49 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from interdisciplinary studies, other ($171,261).
All 49 majors at University of the Pacific
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University of the Pacific
38 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 38 graduate programs
Students and location
- 3,204 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 55% women, 45% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of the Pacific?
University of the Pacific admitted 71% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of the Pacific cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $58,844. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $24,186 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for University of the Pacific?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 590 to 710 in reading and writing and 593 to 770 in math, and 23 to 32 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is University of the Pacific test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of the Pacific reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of the Pacific?
73% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of the Pacific graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $88,053 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.