College of the Pacific offers a dynamic liberal arts and sciences education that prepares students for success in today’s world. Through hands-on learning, cutting-edge technology, and community-driven projects, students engage in meaningful experiences from day one. Whether in the classroom or beyond, Pacific empowers students to think critically, innovate, and make a lasting impact.
We encourage you to support College of the Pacific students with a gift to one of the opportunities below. You may also direct your gift to any area within College of the Pacific by selecting “Other” on the donation form.
College of the Pacific Retention Scholarship Fund
Retention scholarships keep students at Pacific and on track to complete their degrees. Through the generosity of donors, the College of the Pacific Retention Scholarship Fund provides awards of up to $10,000, which is the average gap in funding. Students may apply for a retention scholarship anytime throughout the year.
Paul Winters Tournament Endowment
Excellence in Forensics is a Pacific tradition. For more than seven decades, University of the Pacific has competed with distinction — and has often been highly successful — in intercollegiate speech and debate (forensics) at both regional and national levels. Show your support for the team and help continue the tradition with a donation to Paul Winters Forensics Tournament Endowment.
COP Dean's Fund
Gifts to this fund enrich the student experience both inside and outside the classroom. Your support will help to provide an array of experiential learning opportunities, including professional development for students and faculty, conferences, peer‑to‑peer mentorship programs and so much more.
Calliope Student Journal
Calliope is Pacific's premiere arts and literary journal and has received national acclaim, including several Apex Awards for Publication Excellence. For more than half a century, Calliope has provided an enduring vehicle of self-expression and creativity for Pacific's multitalented writers, artists, and designers. Your support will provide students with the necessary resources to design, edit, and publish this extraordinary project.
The Fuad Nahhas Memorial Endowed Research Fund for Biology
Help support research for the Biology Department. These vital funds enable hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that deepen students’ understanding of biological sciences and enrich their academic journeys. Through these experiences, students gain practical skills, exposure to real-world challenges, and connections that enhance their future academic and professional success.
