College comparison

Linfield University vs University of the Pacific

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Linfield University McMinnville, OR	University of the Pacific Stockton, CA
Acceptance rateUniversity of the Pacific is more selective	85%	71%
SAT (25–75)	—	1183–1480
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,621	3,204
Avg net price	$26,536	$25,447
Median earnings (10 yr)Linfield University reports higher median earnings	$78,638	$78,445
Graduation rate	70%	69%
Median debt	$25,000	$19,500
Economic mobility	—	4.3%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Linfield University or University of the Pacific harder to get into?

University of the Pacific is more selective: Linfield University's acceptance rate is approximately 85% and University of the Pacific's is approximately 71% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Linfield University vs University of the Pacific?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at Linfield University and 1183–1480 at University of the Pacific. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.