Note: Like most U.S. universities, Pacific’s Board of Regents sets tuition each year. The board tries to keep increases as low as possible. In recent years, increases have averaged about 3 percent per year—less than most of our peers. Note that tuition and increases can vary between programs to meet specific needs.
JD Program | LLM & JSD Programs | MSL Program | MPA & MPP Programs
JD Program Tuition and Fees
2023-2024 Tuition Summary
| Day Division 2023-2024 ($2,009 per unit) | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block Rate (12 to 17 units) 1 | $29,540 | $29,540 | $59,080 |
| Student Government Fee | $50 | $50 | $100 |
| Health Insurance2 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $2,608 - $3,296 |
| Wellness Center Fee3 | $200 | $200 | $400 |
1 Day students will only be allowed to enroll in less than 12 units during their final semester, and can be charged at a per unit rate of $2,009 subject to approval from the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs.
2 Health Insurance Rates may be subject to change.
3 Wellness Center Fee is $200/semester for students taking nine 9+ units and $100/semester for students taking less than 8.5 units. A reduced Wellness Center Fee for Summer also applies however those rates are not available at this time but can range from $41 to $67.
| Evening Division 2023-2024 ($2,009 per unit) | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block Rate Unit (8 to 10 units) 4 | $19,619 | $19,619 | $39,238 |
| Student Government Fee | $50 | $50 | $100 |
| Health Insurance6 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $2,608 - $3,296 |
| Wellness Center Fee7 | $200 | $200 | $400 |
| Summer School 5 | varies | varies | varies |
4 Evening students will only be allowed to enroll in less than 8 units during their final semester, and can be charged at the per unit rate of $2,009 subject to approval from the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs. Any units in excess of 10 units will be charged at the per unit rate of $2,009
5 The traditional four-year evening program requires you to enroll in 2 to 5 units each summer at an additional per-unit cost.
6 Health Insurance Rates may be subject to change.
7 Wellness Center Fee is $200/semester for students taking nine 9+ units and $100/semester for students taking less than 8.5 units. A reduced Wellness Center Fee for Summer also applies however those rates are not available at this time but can range from $41 to $67.
Health Insurance is a Mandatory Fee for all students enrolled in 6 or more units. Students may opt out of the University-provided health insurance by completing an online waiver, and providing acceptable proof of comparable health coverage by the announced deadline.
Deposit
To hold a place in the class, accepted JD applicants are required to pay a $800 deposit. A place in the program is only guaranteed once the deposit is made. Deposits can be paid by credit card online using our Seat Deposit form. The $800 deposit will be credited toward the first semester tuition.
Please note that we cannot start working on your visa paperwork until the deposit has been made.
Tuition is subject to change/approval by the Board of Regents. Tuition is contingent upon units taken each semester.
LLM & JSD Program Tuition and Fees
LLM Tuition & Costs — 2023-2024 Academic Year ($1,490 per unit)
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLM Program8 | $17,880 | $17,880 | $35,760 |
| Student Government Fee | $50 | $50 | $100 |
| Health Insurance9 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $2,608 - $3,296 |
| Wellness Center Fee10 | $200 | $200 | $400 |
8 Tuition is contingent upon units taken each semester.
9 Health Insurance Rates may be subject to change.
10 Wellness Center Fee is $200/semester for students taking 9+ units and $100/semester for students taking less than 8.5 units.
| Fall | Spring | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Living Expenses | $8,029 | $8,029 | $16,058 |
| Estimated Cost for Books | $850 | $850 | $1,700 |
Online LLM Tuition & Costs — 2023-2024 Academic Year ($1,490 per unit)
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLM Program11 | $8,940 | $8,940 | $17,880 |
| Wellness Center Fee | $200 | $200 | $400 |
| Academic Year Totals | $9,140 | $9,140 | $18,280 |
11 Tuition is contingent upon units taken each semester.
JSD Residency Tuition & Costs — 2023-2024 Academic Year ($1,490 per unit)
For Current JSD Students Admitted Prior to Fall 2023
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| JSD Residency12 | $8,936 | $8,936 | $17,872 |
| Student Government Fee | $50 | $50 | $100 |
| Health Insurance13 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $2,608 - $3,296 |
| Wellness Center Fee14 | $100 | $100 | $200 |
12 Tuition is contingent upon units taken each semester.
13 Health Insurance Rates may be subject to change.
14 Wellness Center Fee is $200/semester for students taking 9+ units and $100/semester for students taking less than 8.5 units. A reduced Wellness Center Fee for Summer also applies however those rates are not available at this time but can range from $41 to $67.
JSD Candidacy Tuition — 2023-2024 Academic Year ($1,490 per unit)
For Current JSD Students Admitted Prior to Fall 2023
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| JSD Candidacy | $2,979 | $2,979 | $5,958 |
| Wellness Center Fee15 | $100 | $100 | $200 |
| Academic Year Total | $3,079 | $3,079 | $6,158 |
15 Wellness Center Fee is $200/semester for students taking 9+ units and $100/semester for students taking less than 8.5 units. A reduced Wellness Center Fee for Summer also applies however those rates are not available at this time but can range from $41 to $67. Wellness Center Fee will be waived for students not residing on campus.
JSD Residency Tuition & Costs — 2023-2024 Academic Year (First Year)
For New JSD Students Admitted in Fall 2023
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| JSD Residency | $14,000 | $14,000 | $28,000 |
| Student Government Fee | $50 | $50 | $100 |
| Health Insurance13 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $2,608 - $3,296 |
| Wellness Center Fee14 | $100 | $100 | $200 |
13 Health Insurance Rates may be subject to change.
14 Wellness Center Fee is $200/semester for students taking 9+ units and $100/semester for students taking less than 8.5 units. A reduced Wellness Center Fee for Summer also applies however those rates are not available at this time but can range from $41 to $67.
JSD Candidacy Tuition — 2023-2024 Academic Year (Second Year)
For New JSD Students Admitted in Fall 2023
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| JSD Candidacy | $3,000 | $3,000 | $6000 |
| Wellness Center Fee15 | $100 | $100 | $200 |
| Academic Year Total | $3,100 | $3,100 | $6,200 |
15 Wellness Center Fee is $200/semester for students taking 9+ units and $100/semester for students taking less than 8.5 units. A reduced Wellness Center Fee for Summer also applies however those rates are not available at this time but can range from $41 to $67. Wellness Center Fee will be waived for students not residing on campus.
Deposit
To hold a place in the class, accepted LLM, MSL and JSD applicants are required to pay a $250 deposit. A place in the program is only guaranteed once the deposit is made. Deposits can be paid by credit card online using our Seat Deposit form. The $250 deposit will be credited toward the first semester tuition.
Please note that we cannot start working on your visa paperwork until the deposit has been made.
Tuition is subject to change/approval by the Board of Regents. Tuition is contingent upon units taken each semester.
MSL Tuition & Costs
2023-2024 Academic Year ($1,500 per unit)
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSL Program 16 | $9,000 | $9,000 | $18,000 |
| Student Government Fee | $50 | $50 | $100 |
| Health Insurance 13 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $2,608 - $3,296 |
| Wellness Center Fee 17 | $100 | $100 | $200 |
16 Tuition is contingent upon units taken each semester; A two-year program usually involves 6 to 9 units/semester.
17 Wellness Center Fee is $200/semester for students taking 9+ units and $100/semester for students taking less than 8.5 units. A reduced Wellness Center Fee for Summer also applies however those rates are not available at this time but can range from $41 to $67.
Online MSL Tuition & Costs — 2023-2024 Academic Year ($1,500 per unit)
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSL Program 19 | $9,000 | $9,000 | $18,000 |
| Wellness Center Fee10 | $100 | $100 | $200 |
| Academic Year Totals | $9,100 | $9,100 | $18,200 |
19 Tuition is contingent upon units taken each semester; A two-year program usually involves 6 units/semester and 2 units during the summer.
Financial Aid
MSL students may be eligible for financial aid. For more information, contact our financial aid office at 916.739.7158.
MPA & MPP Program Tuition and Fees
Financial Aid
All applicants to the MPA and MPP degree programs are considered for scholarships during the admissions process. In addition, students may be eligible for financial aid, with more information available at 916.739.7158. Frequently asked questions about MPA and MPP Cost and Aid.
Annual Tuition and Costs 2023-2024
Below are the tuition and costs for the Master of Public Policy (MPP) and Master of Public Administration (MPA) programs. Tuition is based on a fee structure of $1,500 per credit unit.
Master of Public Policy 2023-2024 ($1,500 per unit)
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPP Program20 | $16,500 | $16,500 | $33,000 |
| Student Government Fee | $50 | $50 | $100 |
| Health Insurance21 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $2,608 - $3,296 |
| Wellness Center Fee22 | $200 | $200 | $400 |
20 Tuition is contingent upon units taken each semester; A two-year program averages 11 units/semester.
21 Health Insurance Rates may be subject to change.
22 Wellness Center Fee is $200/semester for students taking 9+ units and $100/semester for students taking less than 8.5 units. A reduced Wellness Center Fee for Summer also applies however those rates are not available at this time but can range from $41 to $67.
Master of Public Administration 2023-2024 ($1,500 per unit)
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPA Program23 | $13,500 | $13,500 | $27,000 |
| Student Government Fee | $50 | $50 | $100 |
| Health Insurance24 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $1,304 - $1,648 | $2,608 - $3,296 |
| Wellness Center Fee25 | $200 | $200 | $400 |
23 Tuition is contingent upon units taken each semester; A two-year program averages 9 units/semester.
24 Health Insurance Rates may be subject to change
25 Wellness Center Fee is $200/semester for students taking 9+ units and $100/semester for students taking less than 8.5 units. A reduced Wellness Center Fee for Summer also applies however those rates are not available at this time but can range from $41 to $67.
Tuition Payment Policy
For additional information, such as important dates, housing charges, deadlines, late fees and more, please review our Tuition Payment Policy.
Questions?
Contact Director of Financial Aid, Joe Pinkas, by email at jpinkas@pacific.edu or by phone at 916.739.7167.
Estimated Additional Expenses
Estimated Additional Expenses (actual cost will vary by student):
| Item | Fall | Spring | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food & Housing | $9,716 | $9,715 | $19,431 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,555 | $1,555 | $3,110 |
| Personal | $2,214 | $2,214 | $4,428 |
| Transportation | $882 | $882 | $1,764 |
