Pacific University
Forest Grove, Oregon · Private
Pacific University admitted 90% of 2,909 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 900–1140 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 65% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Pacific University
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Application deadlines
Pacific University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Early action II
- January 15, 2027
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free. Pacific University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Pacific University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Pacific University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Pacific University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
- Activities
- Character
- Volunteering
- Showing interest
Important
- Talent or ability
Considered
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- First generation
Not considered
- Interview
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Work experience
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.70 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $72,374 a year. After grants, students paid $34,809 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Pacific University’s acceptance rate?
Pacific University admitted 90% of applicants: 2,614 of 2,909 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Pacific University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026, early action II is due January 15, 2027, and regular admission is rolling. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Pacific University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 900 to 1140, with a median around 970. A score at or above 970 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Pacific University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Pacific University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Pacific University asks for the Common App personal essay.
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