University of the Pacific

With more than 6,000 students enrolled at its campuses in Stockton, Sacramento and San Francisco, University of the Pacific (UOP) is one of the smallest universities to be ranked among the top 100 national universities, both by US News & World Report and the The Washington Monthly College Guide.

About 80% of all students receive financial aid. Pacific offers a quality education that is still affordable. Given the current economic crisis, Pacific has renewed its effort to help make higher education affordable for families. More dollars have been allocated for scholarships this year than ever before. Pacific offers a variety of scholarships (more than 400) for entering freshmen and transfer students. Admitted students are automatically considered for some academic awards.