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2026-27 cycleStockton, CA

University of the Pacific

University of the Pacific is a private university located in Stockton, California. Founded in 1851 as California's first chartered institution of higher education, Pacific is known for its strong pre-professional programs in health sciences, law, and business, as well as its landmark Conservatory of Music.

Acceptance rate

69%

Undergrad enrollment

3,097

Test policy

Test optional

Application fee

$55

Application deadlines

RoundDeadline
TransferSpring Dental Hygiene Transfer DeadlineAugust 15, 2026
ScholarshipEarly Action Priority Merit Scholarship ConsiderationNovember 15, 2026
Early ActionEarly Action & Pre-Professional Advantage DeadlineNovember 15, 2026
TransferSpring Transfer DeadlineNovember 15, 2026
ScholarshipPowell Scholars Program Application DeadlineJanuary 15, 2027
Regular DecisionRegular DecisionJanuary 15, 2027
Financial AidPriority Financial Aid DeadlineFebruary 15, 2027
TransferFall Priority Transfer DeadlineFebruary 15, 2027
ScholarshipCommunity Involvement Program (CIP) Application DeadlineFebruary 25, 2027
TransferFall Final Transfer DeadlineJune 1, 2027

Supplemental essay prompts

No supplemental essays required

University of the Pacific does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.

Data gathered August 2026.