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How to Get Into University of the Pacific

Stockton, CA · Private nonprofit · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

University of the Pacific Admissions Statistics

71%
Acceptance Rate
590-710
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
593-770
SAT Math (mid 50%)
23-32
ACT (mid 50%)
3,204
Undergrads
69%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into University of the Pacific

The bar here is clear

University of the Pacific admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1183-1480 combined SAT or 23-32 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Since scores are not required (test-optional) here, submit only if you're inside or above the band; a below-band score is information you don't have to volunteer.

Use the Early Action round deliberately

University of the Pacific offers Early Action: non-binding and worth taking if your application is ready, an earlier answer helps you calibrate the rest of your list, and EA carries no downside beyond the earlier deadline.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where University of the Pacific fits.

University of the Pacific Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) November 15, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) January 15, 2026

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $55
Test scores Not required (test-optional)
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

University of the Pacific Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $71,515
Tuition & fees $57,080
Room & board (on campus) $17,190
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $25,447

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $17,004
$30-48k $18,152
$48-75k $19,209
$75-110k $24,323
$110k+ $38,662
36%
Students receiving Pell Grants
40%
Students taking federal loans
88%
Freshman retention rate
13:1
Student-faculty ratio

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