Welcome University of the Pacific

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1 Welcome University of the Pacific Stockton, California

2 In the heart of Califo The Pacific Experience California s First University Founded in 1851, University of the Pacific is California s first chartered university. Pacific s main campus is in Stockton, California, with additional campuses in San Francisco and Sacramento. Students learn in an inspirational setting of red brick buildings adorned with ivy, lush greenery and open courtyards. Pacific offers more than 80 undergraduate and graduate programs in nine schools and colleges. Popular majors include engineering, business, biological sciences, pharmacy and dentistry. A Tradition of Excellence Pacific has a tradition of innovation and educational excellence in which dedicated teaching, small classes, practical experience, community outreach and a vibrant residential life combine to create a superior student-centered learning experience. Pacific is consistently listed among the top national universities by US News & World Report and continues to attract top faculty and high-achieving students from around the world. Accessible Faculty and Staff Pacific professors are known for their mentorship of students. To assure the success of each international student, Pacific s International Programs and Services staff provide personalized services to help with adjustment to life on campus and American Culture. From Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada mountains to the city lights of San Francisco Bay, major Northern California destinations are within an easy drive. University of the Pacific

3 rnia Academic Excellence Accelerated Professional Degree Programs A range of accelerated programs facilitate earning undergraduate and graduate degrees in fewer years than comparable programs in business, education, law and the health sciences. Practical Outcomes Within six months of graduation, 90% of Pacific students are employed or in graduate school. Over half of Pacific students participate in internships or co-ops, and 99% say the skills they gained from experiential learning made them stronger job candidates. Nearly all engineering students over the last decade (more than 1,000) have participated in paid intern ships, earning more than $12 million in salary while sharpening professional skills. A Vibrant Living Community Pacific s more than 125 student clubs and organizations and a comprehensive recreation program in state-of-the-art facilities provide activities to meet every interest. University-sponsored festivals, concerts, plays and art exhibits provide a rich cultural experience, and prominent world leaders and performing artists come to campus each year. Real-World Learning Students gain practical experience through a wide range of experiential learning opportunities, including internships, co-ops, research, education abroad, community service and student leadership. Pacific sits in the heart of the Central Valley s fertile farmland near California s celebrated Napa, Lodi and Calaveras wine country.

4 Admission Information Admission Admission is based on academic achievement and English language proficiency. To apply, you must: Submit an undergraduate admission application and personal statement. Send official records of study. Send one letter of recommendation (written or translated in English) from a teacher, school counselor or educational professional. Have the TOEFL or IELTS score sent to us if your native language is not English. Minimum accepted scores are: TOEFL 61 IBT, 173 CBT and 500 paper; and IELTS 5.0. For the PharmD, graduate and professional programs, minimum accepted scores are: TOEFL 80 IBT, 213 CBT and 550 paper; IELTS 6.0. Students may waive this requirement with equivalent SAT or ACT scores. See for details. Provide official documentation of financial responsibility. If you are applying to Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Dentistry, Biology, or Chemistry-Biology, send SAT or ACT test scores. International Scholarships Merit-based International Student Scholarships of $10,000 are awarded annually to new freshmen and transfer students with a 3.5 GPA or equivalent. International students are also eligible to apply for the Powell Scholars Program, which awards $15,000 annual scholarships. International Student Fees Tuition: $34,200 Room and Board: $11,142 Total: $45,342 Application Deadlines (Rolling Admission) Fall Applicants: November 15 Early Action Powell Scholars Program Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Dentistry Dental Hygiene January 15 Recommended deadline for all other programs Spring Applicants: Dental Hygiene: August 1 All other programs: November 15 Transfer students: February 15 (Priority Deadline) June 1 (Application Deadline) Contact us: [email protected] Online Application websites (No fees for online applications) or Hike in the shadow of Half Dome and El Capitan and feel the mist from the towering waterfalls in Yosemite National Park. Experience California s many outdoor recreation opportunities from windsurfing to snowboarding.

5 Pacific at a Glance Best Value U.S. News and World Report has consistently named Pacific one of 50 Great Schools at Great Prices Academic Statistics Stockton Undergraduate Enrollment 3,500 Average class size 19 Student/faculty ratio 13:1 Percentage of faculty holding a doctoral or terminal degree 92% Four-year graduation guarantee for incoming freshmen Student Geography Countries represented 65 U.S. states represented Freshman Class 19,809 1,051 Applied Enrolled Freshmen Applications 4.00 Location Pacific s main campus is in Stockton (population 289,000), in the heart of California s great Central Valley Pacific McGeorge School of Law is in Sacramento (population 466,000), the center of California state government Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry is located in San Francisco 3.50 Average GPA for admitted international students (4.0 scale, including 9 th grade) (population 815,000), one of the nation s most exciting cities 520/620 SAT Critical Reading and Math 87 TOEFL IBT Average Test Scores for admitted international students Pacific is 45 minutes south of Sacramento; 90 minutes east of San Francisco; two hours from Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe, Santa Cruz and the Monterey Peninsula. SAN FRANCISCO Pacific Ocean Napa Santa Cruz 80 Lake Tahoe SACRAMENTO STOCKTON Oakland SAN JOSE Monterey Salinas 5 Merced n e v a d a Yosemite 99 Fresno c a l i f o r n i a San Luis Obispo Bakersfield

6 Learning Tailored to You Academic Programs More than 80 programs of study (undergraduate and graduate) 9 schools and colleges Undergraduate Majors Art (Visual Arts) Graphic Design Studio Art Athletic Training Biochemistry Biological Sciences Biology Chemistry-Biology Business Administration Accounting Arts and Entertainment Management Business Law Economics Entrepreneurship Finance General Business International Business Management Information Systems Marketing Management and Human Resources Real Estate Chemistry Chemistry-Biology Medicinal Chemistry Communication Communication Education Political Communication Media and Public Relations Computer Science Dental Hygiene Economics Education Major for Elementary Education Elementary Teacher Preparation Secondary Teacher Preparation Engineering Bioengineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Engineering Management Engineering Physics International Engineering Mechanical Engineering English Environmental Studies Environmental Sciences Film Studies Gender Studies Geology History International Studies International Relations Global Studies Development & Cultural Change International Affairs & Commerce Liberal Studies Mathematics Modern Languages and Literature Chinese French Japanese Spanish Music Applied Music (Performance) Jazz Studies Music Composition Music Education Music History Music Management Music Therapy Organizational Behavior Philosophy Physics Political Science Pre-Dentistry Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Psychology Religious Studies Social Science Sociology Speech-Language Pathology Sport Sciences Sport Management Sports Medicine Sport Pedagogy Theatre Arts Accelerated Programs Business MBA Dental Hygiene Education Teaching Credential Engineering Master of Science Pre-Dentistry Doctor of Dentistry Pre-Law Juris Doctor Pre-Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy Speech-Language Pathology Physical Therapy Doctor of Physical Therapy M&UC: IPS v5