Pacific University
About
Pacific University is a diverse learning community offering a unique combination of nationally recognized undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in the arts and sciences, education, business, optometry and the health professions. Pacific’s focus on teaching and learning in a close nurturing environment leads to genuine transformation in students’ lives. About one in four of our students — from freshmen to future doctors — are the first in their families to attend college. Each experiences greater socioeconomic growth as a result of their education, compared with peers at other colleges in the PNW. Our students mix their rigorous academic experiences with meaningful research, community engagement and life experiences, helping them become successful and active citizens and leaders. We put a premium on small classes and personal attention. We want our students to call Pacific “home” and with so many programs waiting for you - we cannot wait for you to join our Boxer Family!
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Demographics for Pacific University Students
| Ethnicity Breakdown | Asian | Black | Caucasian | Hispanic | Middle Eastern | Native American | Pacific Islander |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific University Students | 17% | 10% | 58% | 25% | 1% | 5% | 7% |
| All Bold.org College Students | 11% | 21% | 37% | 25% | 2% | 2% | 1% |
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Pacific University financial aid
- Average grant $25,762
- Average pell grant $4,481
- Average total loans $9,436
- Average federal loans $5,860
Student reviews of Pacific University
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4.0
I like how pretty the campus is, how good all of the professors are, the wide variety of classes and majors, how everyone is welcome here, and the welcoming feeling of the campus.
It is an expensive school and I will be in debt for a long time.
3.0
I liked the educational opportunities that I was given by Pacific University. I was able to conduct research as a sophomore and present at a large conference in Portland.
Pacific does not have the social aspect of a large university, nor does it have large sports events. The president seems to only care for her salary and does not interact with students much at all. If you are not liberal, you will not fit in at this campus. They do not make an effort to make other political affiliations feel welcomed on campus. You can get a comparable education at a community college or state school for much cheaper.
5.0
Pacific is really small which means you get to know the professors and students quickly. The faculty is very caring and does their best to push you to your potential. All of my classes have been pretty good, besides some of the core classes you’re required to take.
I definitely wouldn’t recommend the food because it’s really hit or miss (mostly miss) and also the dorms are expensive for what you get. It’s cheaper to stay off-campus BUT being on campus has meant I’m more involved in the community. Some of the fees we have are also ridiculous and frustrating when it seems like facilities haven’t been updated in years.
5.0
I have been the happiest I've ever been in my entire life because I chose to go to Pacific University. For English, the opportunities are absolutely incredible and have allowed me a foot in the door to the writing industry and the opportunity to network. The students here are dedicated, most of the professors are kind and attentive, and they are almost always willing to work with students to address any issues.
The financial aid people can be kind of rude. I had one person send me a series of short snippy emails because she couldn't be bothered to check her drawer for the form I directly handed to her previously that answered all of her questions.