At a glance
Average net price
$25,447
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
69.0%
Admission rate
71%
Undergrad size
3,204
In-state tuition
$57,080
Out-of-state tuition
$57,080
Cost of attendance
$71,515
Median earnings (10y)
$78,445
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,346
- ACT midpoint
- 28
- Retention
- 88.5%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (36%), humanities & arts (25%), social sciences (13%).
- STEM36%
- Health7%
- Business13%
- Humanities & arts25%
- Social sciences13%
- Trades & services6%
- Biological sciences19.8%~633 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Interdisciplinary13.3%~426 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business13.2%~422 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Engineering8.0%~255 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~219 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~191 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology5.7%~183 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science5.6%~178 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication4.8%~154 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences4.7%~150 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~130 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education2.9%~93 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech1.3%~41 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.0%~32 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.9%~29 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.1%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 350 | $119,754 | — |
| Dentistry. | First professional | 334 | $103,104 | — |
| Law. | First professional | 324 | $56,789 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 268 | — | $21,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 197 | $47,184 | $21,166 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 173 | — | $15,500 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 133 | $58,076 | $23,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 104 | $29,435 | $20,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 103 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 96 | $52,958 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 95 | $24,472 | $24,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | 65 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 64 | $71,570 | — |
| Data Science. | Master's | 62 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Master's | 57 | $78,722 | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 52 | $75,743 | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | $27,000 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 48 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 46 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 41 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 40 | $63,400 | $28,596 |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 38 | — | — |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | Master's | 37 | $69,748 | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | $26,017 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Doctoral | 35 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | $18,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 32 | $45,972 | $23,562 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | $26,033 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 32 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 31 | $17,876 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 30 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 27 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | $20,485 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 26 | $33,044 | $25,000 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 25 | $47,175 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | $28,125 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of the Pacific
University of the Pacific is a mid-sized institution located in Stockton, California, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 3,204 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Interdisciplinary, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of the Pacific — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $25,447 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $57,080 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $71,515 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 69.0%, a above-average completion outcome. 88.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $78,445 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of the Pacific confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Interdisciplinary, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (36% of credentials), humanities & arts (25% of credentials), social sciences (13% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of the Pacific accepts 71% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,346. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 28.
Location & campus
Set in Stockton, California (city), University of the Pacific draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of the Pacific
Q.How much does University of the Pacific cost?
The average net price at University of the Pacific is $25,447 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $71,515.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of the Pacific?
University of the Pacific has a 6-year graduation rate of 69.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of the Pacific?
University of the Pacific admits 71% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of the Pacific graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of the Pacific graduate earns $78,445 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of the Pacific?
Published tuition is $57,080 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of the Pacific located?
University of the Pacific is located in Stockton, California (ZIP 95211).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of the Pacific at their official website.