University of the Pacific
95% goes to programs $6 to raise $100 Strong reserves
University of the Pacific is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Stockton, California, registered in 1963, with $526,898,582 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A+, and it directs about 95% of spending to programs.
3601 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA, 95211 EIN 94-1156266 Since 1963
Revenue (FY2023)
$526.9M
▲ 7.8% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2023)
$501.3M
Net assets
$1.1B
Employees
4,529
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A+
A+Program efficiency40% of the rating95% to programs · $6 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For University of the Pacific: 95% to programs · $6 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating27 mo reserves · +5% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For University of the Pacific: 27 mo reserves · +5% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For University of the Pacific: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For University of the Pacific: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
To provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities.
What they do
Student services, scholarships and financial aid: includes expenditures for all forms of student aid and expenditures for the education and support of the university's approximately 6,700 students. the university's financial aid program demonstrates an ongoing commitment to put a quality education within reach, providing a wide range of scholarships and grants, including matching cal grants for students who qualify. the university's four-year guarantee provides students assurance they will be able to get the classes they need to graduate on time.
Auxiliary activities: includes services that support educational activities , including campus bookstores, fitness center, dining services, residential life and housing.
Research: includes expenditures for activities specifically designed to produce high-quality research outcomes while providing hands-on research training to both undergraduate and graduate students.
Contact & location
- Address
- 3601 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA, 95211
- City
- Stockton
- State
- California
- Category
- Education
- Subcategory
- Colleges & Universities
- Phone
- …
- Website
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Financial trends
Revenue grew from $444.8M (FY2013) to $526.9M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $278.2MNet assets $1.1B
Operating margin
4.9%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$1.4B
Total liabilities
$278.2M
Net assets
$1.1B
Salaries & benefits
$240.0M
48% of expenses
Board members
25
24 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $526,898,582▲7.8% | $501,336,365▲6.7% | $1,137,359,597▲6.3% | $1,415,583,984▲7.8% | 990 |
| 2022 | $488,744,010▲0.8% | $469,652,201▲7.1% | $1,069,735,015▲4.0% | $1,312,881,087▲3.0% | 990 |
| 2021 | $484,790,770▲1.4% | $438,359,228▲9.4% | $1,028,491,148▼4.3% | $1,275,237,584▼4.2% | 990 |
| 2020 | $478,311,062▲3.9% | $400,602,866▼3.8% | $1,074,233,343▲25.4% | $1,331,534,766▲17.4% | 990 |
| 2019 | $460,359,740▼1.1% | $416,500,904▼3.5% | $856,904,758▲4.4% | $1,134,390,428▲2.1% | 990 |
| 2018 | $465,688,358▲8.1% | $431,667,880▲2.3% | $821,102,912▲4.5% | $1,111,047,237▲2.4% | 990 |
| 2017 | $430,888,322▲1.5% | $421,965,676▲4.7% | $785,723,973▲2.7% | $1,085,078,416▲1.7% | 990 |
| 2016 | $424,549,349▲7.2% | $403,067,498▲3.0% | $765,003,359▲6.0% | $1,067,228,653▲8.2% | 990 |
| 2015 | $396,198,840▼5.3% | $391,391,957▲4.0% | $721,421,164▼3.3% | $986,383,062▼3.3% | 990 |
| 2014 | $418,219,941▼6.0% | $376,418,948▲2.5% | $746,122,237▲2.6% | $1,019,839,273▼1.4% | 990 |
| 2013 | $444,848,388 | $367,371,172▼2.5% | $727,102,049▲18.1% | $1,033,864,927▲17.9% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $376,817,413▲0.3% | $615,733,616▲31.4% | $876,534,081▲25.1% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $375,762,335▲3.9% | $468,606,914▲4.7% | $700,682,749▲4.8% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $361,639,968▲5.5% | $447,764,913▲10.9% | $668,868,642▲6.1% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $342,794,337 | $403,847,712 | $630,431,511 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2023)
Highest-paid: Callahan Christopher — $874,231 (0.17% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Callahan Christopher | President | 50 | $874,231 |
| Lam David | Associate Dean Medical Integration, Chairperson Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Professor | 50 | $608,164 |
| Perry Leonard | Head Coach, Men's Basketball | 50 | $530,033 |
| Cox Darren | Associate Professor | 50 | $514,394 |
| Nadershahi Nader | Dean, Dugoni School of Dentistry | 50 | $463,404 |
| Pallavicini Maria | Provost & Executive Vp Academic Affairs (outgoing) | 50 | $448,550 |
| Mullen Kenneth | Chief Operating Officer (outgoing) | 50 | $439,838 |
| Walsh James | Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President For Finance and Operations | 50 | $390,095 |
| Schwartz Michael | Dean, Mcgeorge School of Law | 50 | $366,671 |
| Orwin Elizabeth | Dean, Engineering and Computer Science | 50 | $348,842 |
| Bugnariu Nicoleta | Dean, School of Health Sciences | 50 | $346,891 |
| Mashkoor Fatima | Clinical Associate Professor | 50 | $332,596 |
| Yarborough Craig | Associate Dean Institutional Advancement | 50 | $329,039 |
| Biedermann Scott | Vp, Development | 50 | $326,332 |
| Ferguson Christopher | Vp, Enrollment Management | 50 | $322,957 |
| Lomax-ghirarduzzi Mary | Vp, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | 50 | $314,275 |
| Blandizzi Maria | Vp, Student Life | 50 | $312,274 |
| Gale Lewis | Dean, Eberhardt School of Business (incoming) | 50 | $311,077 |
| Gundersen Berit | Dean, School of Pharmacy (incoming) | 50 | $304,490 |
| Skinner Lee | Dean, College of the Pacific (incoming) | 50 | $304,390 |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2023)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Ellucian Company LP | Technology | $1,233,742 |
| Shorelight-tigercat LLC | International Education | $967,560 |
| Gl Mhg Staso Road LLC | Solar Energy Solutions | $912,381 |
| Telcion Communications | Technology | $697,424 |
| Encoura LLC | Educational Consulting | $574,251 |
Grants received · $20.7M total
148 grants to University of the Pacific totaling $20.7M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayco Charitable Foundation | Education | 2024 | $205,000 |
| The Seattle Foundation | To support the pete and glena carroll endowed scholarship | 2024 | $100,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $51,013 |
| Hispanic Scholarship Fund | To provide scholarships for students | 2024 | $29,456 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $13,540 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Educational | 2024 | $10,000 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2024 | $7,600 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $264,851 |
| National Collegiate Athletic Association | Grants/scholarships | 2023 | $207,816 |
| Ayco Charitable Foundation | Education | 2023 | $206,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Education | 2023 | $127,964 |
| Port City Operating Company LLC | Community health | 2023 | $104,748 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota County Inc | Scholarship support | 2023 | $100,000 |
| The Seattle Foundation | To support the pete and glena carroll endowed scholarship. | 2023 | $50,000 |
| Community Initiatives | Support for the activities of breaking barriers | 2023 | $44,796 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is University of the Pacific a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. University of the Pacific is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 94-1156266, based in Stockton, California. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is University of the Pacific's EIN?
- University of the Pacific's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 94-1156266.
- How much revenue does University of the Pacific report?
- University of the Pacific reported $526,898,582 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of University of the Pacific's spending goes to programs?
- University of the Pacific spends about 95% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does University of the Pacific have?
- CharityIndex grades University of the Pacific A+, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does University of the Pacific's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on University of the Pacific's latest Form 990 is $874,231, paid to Callahan Christopher (President).
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Data for University of the Pacific (EIN 94-1156266) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.