University of the Pacific
University Information
The University of the Pacific is a private university in Stockton, California that is the only private school with fewer than 10,000 students to offer degrees from eight different professional schools.
Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of the Pacific. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a University of the Pacific student, please check with the Study Abroad Office for guidelines on enrolling in a study abroad program and receiving credit for your study abroad experience. If your university has listed recommended programs below, please consider them first and contact any of the program providers referenced in the reviews listed below for more information.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Fall/Academic Year Deadline: February 22
Spring Deadline: September 24
"The biggest thing I learned is how to deal to communicate effectively with different people."
A student University of the Pacific
"I learned to become extremely independent in a fast-paced environment. There were many take-aways from this experience: networks, life-long friends who I still skype on a monthly basis, traveling adventures/stories, and overall memories that benefited my college experiences."
Daniel E University of the Pacific
"Cultural experience, Indirectness way of thinking, MORE Chinese language."
Cyril F University of the Pacific
"Learned more about my own ethnic identity, the history and influence of US-Japan race relations, and the ability to understand and engage indirect communication styles. yes, so worth it."
A student University of the Pacific
"I really got to know the language, I got a great experience and met a lot of great people. I can say that I have friends in Japan and that I am one step closer to reaching my goals."
Nicole H University of the Pacific
"From studying abroad I gained a stronger sense of independence as well as much greater confidence to get out and talk to new people. It was definitely a worthwhile experience and gave me many skills and new opinions I don't think I ever would have learned from staying inside the USA."
A student University of the Pacific
"Patience, flexibility, adaptability, empathy, and much more. It was more than worthwhile. It was an incredible life-changing experience I will never forget. "
Ryan F University of the Pacific
"Yes, I learned a lot more about my own comfort zone and taught myself how to step out of my boundaries in uncomfortable situations in order to embrace a whole different and exciting culture."
A student University of the Pacific
"I learned a lot about Korean culture and how to accept cultural differences which may seem different or even offensive to what I am used to."
A student University of the Pacific
"It was so worthwhile. I learned that I can be so much more than I thought I was. I thought my shyness would get in the way for me having a good time and I worried that I wouldn't be able to make friends. I wish I spent less time worrying and was more confident in myself."
A student University of the Pacific
"I learned a lot about myself and the potential i posses to live on my own in a foreign country. It was worth while and would repeat this experience any day."
Claudia O University of the Pacific
"I have gained confidence in myself and the desire to travel more in the future. It was very worthwile."
A student University of the Pacific
"My Spanish improved a lot. I feel much more confident about my spanish and about my ability to travel abroad"
A student University of the Pacific
"While I learned a little in the classes, just living here helped me learn a lot. Cliche as it is, living in another country for some time kicks you forcefully out of your comfort zone and that experience is amazing. It's tough, it's not what you expect, and it makes you react. For me, that's awesome, to some it scares the hell o..."
A student University of the Pacific
"it was definitely worthwhile. I definitely increased my language abilities and had some wonderful internship experiences"
A student University of the Pacific
"Made lifelong friends in a foreign place, learned about myself and how to adapt to a new culture, language and a way of life. Was able to step outside my comfort zone and of course travel the world which made this whole experience worthwhile. "
Vishruti P University of the Pacific
"Gained traveling experience, the opportunity to step into so many different cultures, and yes it was worthwhile. "
A student University of the Pacific
"I learned how to be more independent. It was definitely worthwhile."
turtlesiu University of the Pacific
"I gained a better understanding of how well I can live without the support system I am used to."
Courtney F University of the Pacific
"I made life-long friends that I am always going to keep in contact with. It was definitely worthwhile. "
A student University of the Pacific
"I learned a lot about myself and I met so many incredible people. It was worthwhile but at times, it was also a huge struggle. "
A student University of the Pacific
"My study abroad experience was extraordinary! I learned so much about cultural differences and tolerance. Also, the society that I lived in held strong morals and values and made me want to become a better person as well. My experience abroad was well worth every struggle I initially had and I would encourage any one to do it as..."
A student University of the Pacific
"New perspectives and cultural awareness. Definitely traveled to a lot of places I always wanted to see."
Victor1 University of the Pacific
"Yes it was worthwhile. I learned/gained a lot - a language, friends, new goals and ambitions"
A student University of the Pacific
"I learned that I am very strongly rooted in American values, but I also learned to be patient with other kinds of people."
Amanda D University of the Pacific
