Pacific Union College
Located in the gorgeous, world-famous Napa Valley, just 75 miles north of San Francisco, Pacific Union College is a vibrant and Christ-centered community where you’ll discover and prepare for your calling. For more than 130 years, PUC has produced creative, socially responsive graduates who are ready to represent Christ in a vast and changing world. We’re committed to providing an excellent and affordable Christian education that prepares students for a lifetime of service in a career of their choice. Visit our campus or apply now free!
Pacific Union College Degrees and Majors
Area of Study | Program Name | Degree | Type | Level | On Campus | Online |
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Business | Accounting | BBA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Aviation | Aviation | AS | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Aviation | Aviation | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Sciences | Biochemistry | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Sciences | Biology | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Sciences | Biology | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Sciences | Biomathematics | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Sciences | Biophysics | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Sciences | Biotechnology | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Business | Business Administration | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Business | Business Administration | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Business | Business Administration | MBA | Masters | Graduate | No | Yes |
Sciences | Chemistry | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Sciences | Chemistry | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Communication | Communication | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Communication | Communication, Communication Studies | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Communication | Communication, Marketing Communication | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Communication | Communication, Multimedia Journalism | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Computer & Information Sciences | Computer Information Systems | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Education | Early Childhood Education | AS | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Education | Early Childhood Education | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Education | Elementary Teaching Credential | CRED | Credential | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Business | Emergency Management | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Business | Emergency Services | AS | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Engineering | Engineering | AS | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Engineering | Engineering - Transfer Program | BSE | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
English | English, British and American Literature | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
English | English, Education | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
English | English, Writing | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Community/International Development | Environmental Studies | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Health Sciences | Exercise Science | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Communication | Film and TV, Technical | AS | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Communication | Film and TV, Writing | AS | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Communication | Film and Television Production | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Communication | Film and Television Production | BFA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Business | Finance | BBA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Arts | Fine Art | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Arts | Fine Art | BFA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Arts | Graphic Design | AS | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Arts | Graphic Design | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Arts | Graphic Design | BFA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Health Sciences | Health Communication | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Health Sciences | Health Sciences | AS | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Health Sciences | Healthcare Management | BBA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
History | History, American History | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
History | History, European History | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
History | History, Political Studies and Ethics | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Business | International Business | BBA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Language & International Studies | Language and Culture Studies, Arabic | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Language & International Studies | Language and Culture Studies, French | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Language & International Studies | Language and Culture Studies, German | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Language & International Studies | Language and Culture Studies, Italian | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Language & International Studies | Language and Culture Studies, Portuguese | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Language & International Studies | Language and Culture Studies, Spanish | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Education | Liberal Studies | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Business | Management | BBA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Business | Management For Medical Professionals | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Business | Marketing | BBA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Mathematics | Mathematics | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Music | Music | AS | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Music | Music, Composition | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Music | Music, K-12 Teacher Training | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Music | Music, Music Specialist | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Health Sciences | Nursing | ASN | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Health Sciences | Nursing | BSN | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Arts | Photography | AS | Associates | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Arts | Photography | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Arts | Photography | BFA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Education | Physical Education, Teacher Education | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Sciences | Physics | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Art Therapy | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Cardiac Electrophysiology Technology | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Chiropractic Medicine | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Clinical Laboratory Sciences | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Communication Sciences - Speech Pathology | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Cytotechnology | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Dental Hygiene | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Dentistry | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Health Administration Information | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Law | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Medical Radiography | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Medicine | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Nuclear Medicine | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Nutrition and Dietetic Sciences | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Occupational Therapy | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Optometry | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Orthotics and Prosthetics | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Osteopathic Medicine | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Pathologists’ Assistant | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Pharmacy | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Physical Therapy | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Physical Therapy Assisting | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Physician’s Assistant | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Public Health | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Radiation Sciences | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Respiratory Care | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Pre-Professional Programs | Pre-Veterinary Medicine | PP | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Psychology | Psychology | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Psychology | Psychology | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Theology/Religion | Religion, Biblical Studies | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Theology/Religion | Religion, Christian Communication | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Theology/Religion | Religion, Health Professions | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Theology/Religion | Religion, Missions | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Education | Secondary Teaching Credentials | CRED | Credential | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Social Sciences | Social Studies | BS | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Social Work & Family Studies | Social Work | BSW | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Language & International Studies | Spanish Studies | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Theology/Religion | Theology | BA | Bachelors | Undergraduate | Yes | No |
Area of Study | Program Name | Degree | Type | Level | On Campus | Online |
Pacific Union College intramurals:
- Ultimate frisbee, floor hockey, volleyball, badminton, futsal, basketball, flag football, softball, baseball
Pacific Union College Pioneers intercollegiate teams (sport, gender, league):
- Basketball (M/F, Cal Pac NAIA)
- Cross country (M/F, Cal Pac NAIA)
- Soccer (M, Cal Pac NAIA)
- Volleyball (F, Cal Pac NAIA)
Pacific Union College gymnastics:
- N/A
Pacific Union College athletic scholarships:
- Yes, up to $5,000
Pacific Union College sports and fitness facility highlights:
- Gym
- Weight room
- Cardio center
- Soccer field
- Paved track
- Softball fields
- Baseball field
- Tennis courts
- Swimming pool
- Acres of mountain bike trails
Located in the gorgeous, world-famous Napa Valley, just 75 miles north of San Francisco, Pacific Union College is a vibrant and Christ-centered community where you’ll discover and prepare for your calling. For over 130 years, PUC has produced creative, socially responsive graduates who are ready to represent Christ in a vast and changing world. In our 70+ areas of study, we combine rigorous academics with a Seventh-day Adventist worldview. Our professors excel as scholars and authors, committed to teaching, mentoring and the highest levels of Christian scholarship. From pre-medical sciences to innovative programs like healthcare management, film and television, software development, emergency services, and aviation, a PUC education empowers students to serve the Church and impact the world for Christ. Study abroad programs, mission trips and local community involvement rounds out the overall PUC experience. The campus supports a vibrant spiritual and social community—a perfect environment for fostering relationships that will last through life and into eternity.
Outstanding Academics
PUC offers over 70 different majors from a variety of fields to choose from, and our top five majors are biology, business, nursing, psychology and social work, and visual arts. With a 13:1 student-teacher ratio, you’ll never be just another face in a crowded classroom. We are the only Adventist college or university recognized as a National Liberal Arts College by U.S. News & World Report . A high percentage of our graduates are accepted into the nation’s leading medical, professional, and graduate programs, including Harvard, Yale, and UCLA.
Make an Impact
Our students strive to make a difference not only globally, but locally as well. Whether you have an afternoon, weekend, week, or even a year to give, there’s a plenty of ways you can get involved and help others:
- Over 1,340 PUC students have served as missionaries around the world
- Every Sabbath, Homeless Ministries visits local areas in need
- REVO, a student-run organization, has raised over $36k since 2008 for various humanitarian organizations
- This year, PUC students will go to Fiji, Nicaragua, and the Amazon for week-long mission trips
You Can Afford It
We know it can be overwhelming to think about how to pay for college, but we’re doing our part to help make Christian higher education affordable!
- Each year, PUC awards $38 million in financial aid to our students
- Most PUC scholarships renew for four years
- 100% of our students receive financial aid
- The average out-of-pocket payment for students is around $6,656
Location, Location, Location
Imagine living in a world famous vacation destination spot that’s sunny an average of 262 days a year! PUC is located atop Howell Mountain in the heart of the Napa Valley. Everywhere you look, you’ll find breathtaking views and lots of interesting things to do.
- Explore PUC’s unique hiking and biking trails
- Head to nearby St. Helena or Calistoga for lunch and window shopping
- Spend the day in San Francisco visiting Fisherman’s Wharf, taking a trolley ride, or watching a game from one of the many championship sports teams
See For Yourself
Come visit Pacific Union College! We think spending time on our beautiful campus is the best way to find out whether we’re the right fit for you.
- Talk with a professor in the area you’re interested in
- Tour the campus with a Student Ambassador
- Meet with an Enrollment Counselor for advice on your next steps
- Learn how PUC can be affordable from a Financial Counselor
You are invited to visit Pacific Union College! To set up your visit, call (800) 862-7080 or email [email protected].
High school seniors, click here to start your FREE online application today or visit our web site for more information. →