University of the Pacific
Stockton, California · Private
University of the Pacific admitted 69% of 8,656 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1220–1453 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 66% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of the Pacific
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Application deadlines
University of the Pacific’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- January 15, 2027
The application fee is $55, and University of the Pacific accepts the Common App fee waiver. University of the Pacific 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 University of the Pacific’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
University of the Pacific offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
273 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, 200 took it, and 172 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How University of the Pacific rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
- Essay
- Activities
Important
- Course rigor
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Volunteering
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Recommendations
- First generation
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Interview
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.61 GPA. 36% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $76,516 a year. After grants, students paid $30,975 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is University of the Pacific’s acceptance rate?
University of the Pacific admitted 69% of applicants: 5,977 of 8,656 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is University of the Pacific’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026 and regular decision is due January 15, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for University of the Pacific?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1220 to 1453, with a median around 1355. A score at or above 1355 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of the Pacific’s application fee?
The application fee is $55 for 2026–27, and University of the Pacific accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does University of the Pacific require?
Besides the application and transcript, University of the Pacific asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does University of the Pacific have supplemental essays?
No. University of the Pacific has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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