Navigating the University of the Pacific Student Portal: A Comprehensive Guide

Embarking on your academic journey at the University of the Pacific (UOP) is an exciting step. This guide provides essential information for navigating the UOP student portal, MyPacific, and other crucial aspects of student life.

Setting Up Your Student Account: Your Gateway to Pacific

MyPacific serves as your primary student portal throughout your time at Pacific, providing access to essential resources such as class registration, campus activities, and bill payment. Setting up your student account unlocks the internal portals and online tools you'll need to start your academic journey.

Select your campus (Stockton = STK, Sacramento = SAC, San Francisco = SF).
Enter your PacificNet ID (username), and select "I Agree".
If you have not already done so, you will be prompted to enroll and set up password recovery questions. Please enter 3 answers that you can use in the future to reset your password.
Select the "Change Password" option, then "Continue".
Enter your default password, provided on your admittance letter, in the "old" password field. Enter your desired new password twice to confirm.
Select "Continue". You must complete this prior to accessing MyPacific.

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) with OKTA Verify

Before, during, and once you enroll in MFA, your username or PacificNet ID will remain the same to log into the application.

Download the OKTA Verify app from the App Store onto your iOS or Android mobile device.
From your mobile device, open the OKTA Verify app, click "Get Started", click "Next", and then click "Add Account". Choose the "Organization" option and set your mobile device aside until presented with the QR Code on your computer.
Using a computer, go to technology.pacific.edu. You will be redirected to the OKTA sign-in page, and enrollment will begin.
Enter your PacificNet ID and password, sign in, and then "Configure Factor". Choose the type of mobile device you will use for enrollment and click "Next".
You will now be shown the QR code on your computer. On your mobile device, Click "Yes, Ready to Scan" and, if needed, allow access to your camera. Scan the QR code on your computer with your mobile device in the OKTA Verify App. Once your account has been added, you will see a confirmation page on your computer and mobile device.

Congratulations! Enrollment has been completed.

Orientation: A Mandatory Introduction to University Life

Students can access the detailed orientation schedule on Canvas, Pacific’s Learning Management Platform. Orientation is an important and mandatory part of your preparation to attend Pacific. Late arrivals are not acceptable as missing one day could result in you missing important information about your classes and delay your registration. You will be able to view your schedule online on MyPacific. If you have not received your login credentials, we will assist you with setting up your Pacific accounts during orientation.

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Academic Success and Resources

GPA Calculation

GPA calculators are very useful tools! To calculate your GPA, you can use any online GPA calculator.

Textbook Information

First, check with your professor and/or the course syllabus for details on textbook requirements for each course.

Academic Advising

Students should complete all placement tests prior to the start of orientation. When placement testing is complete, the UOPI Academic Team can prepare for your registration.

Transfer Credits

Submit your official transcripts and/or credit-by-exam results no later than four weeks prior to arrival for final and official review of your transfer credits. Importantly, you should submit official transcripts as early as possible to ensure your final transfer credits are posted prior to arrival. If you have completed credit from International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge A Levels, and/or Advanced Placement (AP), students are highly advised to submit their official exam transcriptions as soon as the official score(s) are available.

Below, you can find important ordering and submission information for each of the accepted exams. Collect course descriptions and/or course syllabi. Confirm that all official transcripts have been received by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions prior to arrival. Once completed, your transfer credit evaluation will be visible on the Placement/Transfer Articulation Evaluation page in the University of the Pacific student portal. Upon arrival, attend your required academic orientation. The UOP International team will be present for additional support. We are excited to welcome you - please introduce yourself and say hi! Register for classes. Follow up and ensure all materials have been received.

Read also: Accessing the Cal Poly Portal

Shorelight’s Center for Academic Success (CAS)

Do you need help adjusting to your new life or just have a question about the courses you are enrolled in? Maybe you need to improve your academic skills or study habits or need help preparing for an exam or presentation? Shorelight’s Center for Academic Success (CAS) has many free resources for you! Maybe you would also enjoy completing a short eLearning course at your own pace? Those are available, too, on topics ranging from Citation Basics to Preparing for an Interview-and everything in between!

Health and Safety

COVID-19 Vaccinations

All Pacific students, at all Pacific campuses, are required to have a COVID-19 vaccination. All Pacific non-health professionals and employees are not required to have COVID-19 vaccinations. Enrolled Health Sciences professionals are required to have COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster. Individuals with F-1 student visa status are required to show proof of COVID vaccination in order to enter the US. Vaccinations must align with the US’s approved list of COVID-19 vaccines. For those passengers traveling under one of the above exceptions they must complete and present the Combined Covered Attestation Form to the airline at the time of departure.

International Students

If you are in F-1 status, you are subject to many complex immigration law and regulations that relate to your legal status here. Advisors at International Programs and Services (IPS) are available to assist you and answer your questions about your immigration status, but it is your responsibility to know and abide by the law in order to maintain valid legal status in order to obtain a SEVS I-20. Or filing a change of status to F-1 you agree to have funds available for the duration of your studies. During your orientation, you will attend a session on immigration.

Social Security Number (SSN) for F-1 Students

You may apply for a social security number ONLY if you have been offered a job on-campus or if you have been granted practical training (CPT or OPT) employment authorization (keep in mind that practical training options are generally not available to new students). If you do have a job offer and need an SSN, you must apply for a social security number through your local Social Security Administration (SSA) office. If the SSN is for an on-campus job you must first bring your offer letter to ISSS because an ISSS advisor must sign off on the letter from your hiring department. For the SSA location nearest you, please visit the Office of Social Security and type in your zip code.

On-campus employment refers to any employment that is paid by Pacific with the physical work site located on the campus the F-1 student is authorized to attend or for a company that holds a contract with Pacific to offer services directly to Pacific students on the Pacific campus the F-1 student is authorized to attend. F-1 students can work up to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. F-1 students who are employed need a Social Security Number (SSN). Once a student receives a job offer, the student should request an Social Security Letter (and attach a copy of the job offer letter) from IPS. Once the student has all necessary documents, the student must go to the Social Security Administration office.

Read also: Accessing the MUSD Student Portal

Career Development

Career Accelerator Program (UOP International)

The Career Accelerator program-an exclusive service for students enrolled in UOP International-helps you develop your professional skills, get an internship, and launch your career. Cities at your fingertips, your career path starts here.

Handshake

Students and alumni can use Handshake to find full-time, part-time, internship, co-op, and on-campus job opportunities. On Handshake, you can schedule advising appointments, connect with employers, register for events, and more!

Certificate Programs

Master the in-demand skills global employers seek that you won’t learn in the classroom. Designed for computer science, engineering, and business students, each certificate program was inspired by elite university preparatory programs tailored for growing careers.

Financial Matters

Tuition and Fees

Students need to pay all tuition and fees in a timely manner to avoid late fees, potential loss of scholarships, and delays in registering for classes.

Financial Aid for International Students

Embarking on your educational journey in the United States shouldn’t come with the roadblock of finding a co-signer for financial aid. Shorelight recognizes this hurdle and has proactively partnered with premier financing organizations such as MPower Financing, and Prodigy Finance.

FAFSA

Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility for federal grants, loans, and work-study programs. Because you are starting in the spring 2026 term, you will need to complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA. If you have already completed your 2025-2026 FAFSA, make sure you add University of the Pacific to your FAFSA. Pacific’s school code is 001329. Questions?

Accelerator Program Requirements

EAP Students

EAP students must pass both UOPI English language courses in EAP Term 1 and EAP Term 2 with 73%. If a student receives less than 73% in a UOPI English language course, they may repeat it once. If students do not pass both English language courses, they may have to repeat both. A second failure of an English language course will result in dismissal from the accelerator program/UOP. Students must earn a cumulative GPA = 2.0 for Pacific courses and for UOPI courses (separately, not a combined GPA) to successfully complete the program and progress to full Pacific student status.

AAP Students

AAP students must pass both UOPI English language courses in AAP Term 1 with minimum 73%. If a student receives less than 73% in a UOPI English language course, they may repeat it once. If you repeat a course, it means you finish the AAP program with fewer Pacific units. A second failure of an English language course will result in dismissal from the accelerator program/UOP. Students must earn a cumulative GPA = 2.0 for Pacific courses and for UOPI courses (separately, not a combined GPA) to successfully complete the program and progress to full Pacific student status.

ID Students

ID students must earn a minimum GPA of 2.0 to stay in good standing with University of the Pacific and continue their program of study.

Campus Life

Parking

Faculty, staff and students parking on campus require a permit. Permits are sold at the beginning of each academic year, semester and month. Hourly and daily permits are also available through the Passport Parking app. There’s no shortage of ways to get involved, connect and have fun at Pacific.

Location Advantages

Welcome to the vibrant opportunities our location in Stockton, California, will offer your child. With proximity to the Bay Area, Sacramento and majestic mountain adventures, we are uniquely positioned at the crossroad of education and recreation. This provides an abundance of networking opportunities and thrilling escapades for your student, all just a stone's throw away. Students, especially first-year and first-generation, might need extra assistance to reach their full potential in college. Lodi is just a 20 minute drive from campus and is known as the Zinfandel Capital of the World, because their local vines produce about 40 percent of the premium Zinfandel in California.

Supporting Your Student

Starting college is an exciting milestone, a journey filled with new experiences and opportunities, but it also can create uncertainty. To help you navigate this path with your student, we've prepared a hub of resources and information about Pacific and the steps ahead. Extend your support to your student by joining our Pacific Parent and Family Network. This platform, along with the Parent and Family Guide, will allow you to stay updated about crucial deadlines, gain insights into financial aid and scholarships and register for informative sessions. Knowing what you'll pay is a proactive step toward preparing for your student's educational journey. The "sticker price," or cost of attendance, provides a comprehensive annual estimate for an undergraduate at University of the Pacific. This not only covers direct payments to the University but also will help you anticipate the indirect expenses tailored to your student's specific needs.

Important Dates

Spring Orientation 2026

Save the date for the Spring 2026 orientation on January 9, 2026. Questions? More information will be provided to you by your program.

Enrollment Confirmation

Confirm your enrollment by paying the enrollment deposit. This non-refundable fee covers the cost of New Student Orientation, guarantees your spot at Pacific in spring 2026, and locks in your merit scholarships offered in your admit packet. Questions?

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