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
"I really enjoyed my experience abroad and if I could, I would do it again. I definitely feel like my language skills greatly improved, especially my listening skills. I also feel like I as a person grew. I feel more open minded about the world now and feel ready to take on challenges now. If anything, I even feel more motivated ..."
Janira C University of the Pacific
"yes i learn to be more flexible and adapt to new environments. learn to make friends and balance my schedules for school."
evelyne q University of the Pacific
"It was great! I loved being able to make friends with locals and also with other students from the US as well as other countries around the world. Some classes were truly meetings of the minds and it was really nice to hear from different people, each with a different take on the world."
Kaitlynn L University of the Pacific
"This program didn't change much for me academically or with my future plans, but it definitely altered who I am. I did a lot of things I never thought I would do, such as skydiving and climbing a glacier, and it pushed me out of my comfort zone. I will forever appreciate this experience for helping me grow as a person and become..."
zoe b University of the Pacific
"Absolutely"
Marisol A University of the Pacific
"I learned not only academic, language, cultural lessons, but I also learned life lessons from this experience. I could say that this experience opened up my eyes. It taught me how to look at things and people differently. During this semester in Shanghai, I have met and dealt with certain types of people whom I have never met be..."
Hoan N University of the Pacific
"Very worth while. not only did i learn in the class room but i learned a lot about myself as well. "
Mallory S University of the Pacific
"Cultural differences can be very severe but learning to work around them can also be a rewarding experience."
Trevor N University of the Pacific
"Definitely. Left knowing NOTHING about Russia, still came back with more questions than answers, but with a slight insight into the mystery."
MARGARET F University of the Pacific
"I love India. I feel like through India I have gained an insight into both Asia and the Middle East. Truly different cultures don't just test your tastebuds and your language skills but they challenge your morals and fundamental beliefs. I became a much more patient person, and I became much more sympathetic towards the USA a..."
Lydia W University of the Pacific
"definitely. i became better at handling stress, and better at thinking on my feet. i also became better at dealing with different types of people that I wouldn't have usually been around. i also have a much better understanding of south america and its relationship with central and north america and europe, which i feel is one o..."
Annalisa P University of the Pacific
"Understanding of a different persepctive than america is on issues like healthcare, education, debt, government structures, politics."
David W University of the Pacific
"There is too much to write, it redefined how I see life in general. "
Ivy O University of the Pacific
"Matured a lot since I have been abroad. "
Khanh N University of the Pacific
"It was definitely worthwhile. I was able to learn and use Italian, which is what I wanted to do, and I was able to travel to so many countries in Europe. I met great people and I wouldn't change my experience for anything. "
Katrina O University of the Pacific
"yes"
Amanda Y University of the Pacific
"I became a more bicultural person. "
Kiel B University of the Pacific
"The experience was completely worth my time."
yesenia l University of the Pacific
"Yes, it was being in Spain allowed me to be away from my country and be challenged, but it also gave me a rare opportunity to reflect on myself and redirect my life. I have changed my academic interests in wanting to pursue a different career path. "
Gerald J University of the Pacific
"I learned a lot more about the world. I want to travel more abroad as much as I can. "
Amanda T University of the Pacific
"I learned alot about myself and my capabilites as a person mentally and physically. It helped me stay confident with what I want to do for a living."
Nick P University of the Pacific
"Yes, I learned so much about myself and my Jewish heritage"
Rebecca K University of the Pacific
"My plans have not changed. This experience was a dream realized. I gained a network of peers who will undoubtably come up in numerous unimaginable circumstances later in life, just like I reconnected with a random of old friends while in abroad. The experience did give me an opportunity to better understand the diverse yet incre..."
Tyler P University of the Pacific
"lots of history, cultural lessons. now i want to teach abroad right after college"
Carolina B University of the Pacific
"While I had an excellent and very rewarding experience, my time abroad has shown me that I no longer have the desire to live abroad that I did before coming here and actually trying my hand at it. I feel like I also understand people, and myself, much better."
Mykela P University of the Pacific
