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University of the Pacific

Stockton, CA · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

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Admission rate
71%
Accessible
Average net price
$24,186
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
73%
Median earnings
$88,053
10 years after enrolling

Summary

University of the Pacific is a private nonprofit college in Stockton, CA with 3,204 undergraduates. It admits 71% of applicants, and admitted students average 1346 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $24,186 per year ($17,568 for families earning under $30,000). 73% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $88,053 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
71%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,763
Fall 2023
Admitted
5,467
Fall 2023
Yield
14%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing590–710
200800
SAT Math593–770
200800
ACT Composite23–32
136

What University of the Pacific looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$73,184
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$58,844

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$17,568
  • $30–48k$20,526
  • $48–75k$19,519
  • $75–110k$24,916
  • $110k+$35,741

Get a personal estimate with University of the Pacific's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
73%
Freshman retention
89%
Median earnings
$88,053
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$18,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
3,204
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
40%
  • White14%
  • Hispanic28%
  • Black3%
  • Asian34%

University of the Pacific FAQ

What is University of the Pacific's acceptance rate?+

University of the Pacific admits 71% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for University of the Pacific?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 590–710 on SAT Reading and Writing and 593–770 on SAT Math; the average total is 1346.

What ACT score do you need for University of the Pacific?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 23–32.

Is University of the Pacific test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to University of the Pacific?+

In Fall 2023, 5,763 students applied to University of the Pacific and 5,467 were admitted; 773 enrolled.

Does University of the Pacific consider legacy status?+

No. University of the Pacific reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does University of the Pacific require an essay?+

University of the Pacific reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does University of the Pacific cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $73,184 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,186.

What is University of the Pacific's graduation rate?+

73% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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