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    Choice of Preparatory Coursework

    Recommended Course of Study for High School Students

    University of the Pacific recommends that applicants complete a college preparatory course of study aimed at strengthening analytical abilities and written and oral skills. This course of study typically includes:

    1. 4 years of English
    2. 3 (or 4) years of mathematics
    3. 2 (or 3) years of laboratory science
    4. 2 years of the same foreign language
    5. 1 year of U.S. History
    6. 1 year of fine or performing arts