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Knight, Donors Cut Ribbon on Renovated Library
College administrators, PUC alumni, faculty, and staff celebrated the dedication of the newly renovated Nelson Memorial Library at a ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday, November 12.
Another Year of Enrollment Growth at PUC
For the third year in a row, Pacific Union College is seeing an increase in enrollment figures as the new school year begins. The 2011 fall quarter enrolled 1,511 students on campus.
PUC Named a "College of Distinction"
The college research service Student Horizons has named Pacific Union College one of its “Colleges of Distinction,” with a feature profile of the school posted on the service’s website, collegesofdistinction.com.
WASC Renews PUC Accreditation
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges, the organization that accredits educational institutions in California and Hawaii, concluded a six-year review of Pacific Union College last month, awarding PUC uninterrupted accreditation through spring of 2018.
PUC Announces 2011 Maxwell Scholars
Pacific Union College has selected the recipients of this year’s prestigious Maxwell Scholarship. The scholarship rewards incoming freshmen for high academic achievement, a commitment to Christian service...
PUC Announces Four-Year Guarantee Scholarship
After being named a best value in higher education earlier this year by U.S. News and World Report, Pacific Union College announces a new program to make an Adventist college experience even more affordable.
PUC in Top Ten "Best Colleges"
Pacific Union College was ranked among the region’s 10 best baccalaureate colleges by U.S. News and World Report's annual "America’s Best Colleges" issue—one of the best-known and most reputable sources for college rankings.
Things To Do At PUC
There are tons of things to do around the Napa Valley. Here is a list of things to do in the area around PUC.
Students Experience Japan
It's a June day in Atami, Japan, and a group of students and professors are getting a new lodging experience at a ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn where they sleep on mats on the floor, wear yukata (casual summer kimonos), and eat traditional food.
Four Year Guarantee Scholarships
Learn how the new program will make financial planning for college much easier.
PUC Enrollment Up for Fall Quarter
Pacific Union College opened a new school year with increased enrollment - head count for fall quarter is at 1,511, an 11.1 percent increase from last year.
Paraplegic PUC Alum Climbs Kilimanjaro
When she lost the use of her legs a year after graduation, PUC athlete Erica Davis, class of ’04, wasn’t content to give up her active lifestyle. But she never expected to set a world record—as the first paraplegic woman to reach the peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Soccer Pioneers: A Kick in the Right Direction
It wasn't long ago that men's soccer became an official varsity sport at Pacific Union College; but in an amazing turn-around season this year, the soccer Pioneers set a precedent for a strong soccer program that may have a lasting legacy for the college.
Scholarship Calculator
Find out how much scholarship money you can get each year using our simple calculator.
PUC Announces New President
Pacific Union College Board of Trustees named Heather J. Knight as the next college president.
Students Bring "X Games" to Alameda
This past summer, Pacific Union College student Robert Abdul-Karim collaborated with Pastor Marshal George of Alameda Seventh-day Adventist Church to take a unconventional approach to evangelism for Abdul-Karim’s theology degree.
Apply for Winter Quarter 2009
Yes, you can come to PUC midway through the year! Start here with our handy online application.
Winter 2009 New Student Orientation
If you are enrolled for the Winter 2009 quarter, be sure to attend the new student orientation on January 4.
Transfer Students
Transferring to Pacific Union College
Many students who start out at another college or university want to experience the intimate spiritual learning environment and pristine natural beauty of Pacific Union College. Here's a list of frequently asked questions on how to successfully transfer to PUC.
How do I decide which classes to take before I transfer to PUC?
Standard General Education classes are the most likely to transfer easily. Such classes include:
- A college writing sequence (usually two classes);
- Introduction to Philosophy
- American History sequence or World (not Western) History sequence
- Introduction to Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or Economics (take two)
- A Public Speaking class
- Intermediate Algebra, if you didn't take it in high school
- A Music History survey
- An Art History survey
- Environmental Science
- Science class with laboratory
- Statistics
- Nutrition
- A Physical Education activity class
Who can help me make sure my credits will transfer?
Our staff at the Records Office can help you with questions about transfer credits. They can be contacted at (707) 965-6676 or records@puc.edu.
Who can give me advice about choosing my classes?
General Education Classes: Our staff at the Records Office can help you choose General Education classes that will transfer well to PUC.
Particular major or pre-professional program: Directly contact the advisor for your program. You can find a list of advisors on our Academic Advising website.
Selecting a major: If you have not yet chosen a major, you can get advice from the director of our Teaching and Learning Center, Jennifer Wareham Best, at (707) 965-7681 or jwareham@puc.edu.
Where can I see PUC's General Education requirements?
You'll find a summary, as well as the requirements for all degrees and programs on our degrees and programs page.
Does PUC accept the IGETC?
Yes. PUC accepts the completed IGETC certificate as meeting a significant portion of the GE package. You can find a summary of PUC's IGETC policy on our transfer credit page.
How do I transfer my credits?
Contact the Registrars of all secondary schools, colleges, and universities you have attended and ask them to send official transcripts to Pacific Union College's Enrollment Office. Our address is One Angwin Avenue, Angwin, CA 94508.
It can also be helpful if you arrive on campus with a copy of your transcripts.
Do I have to wait until fall to transfer?
No; PUC accepts students for fall, winter, spring, and summer quarters. See the current academic calendar online.
What are PUC's admission requirements for transfer students?
Briefly, if you have completed at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of college credits elsewhere, you need a GPA of at least 2.0. If you have fewer transfer credits, you need a high school diploma with a GPA of at least 2.3 in solid subjects. For more details, see our Admission Requirements page.
What kind of Financial Aid can I expect?
Most students at PUC get a combination of grants and loans. See an overview, and the name and contact information of your personal Financial Counselor.
How do I reserve a room in a residence hall?
The Residence Hall Reservation Form is available at online. There you can also find contact information for the residence hall staff.
What if I have more questions?
If you can't find the answers online, you can also phone or email the following services, where friendly people are happy to work with you:
Enrollment Services: 1-800-862-7080 enroll@puc.edu
Academic Administration: 707-965-6234 thealy@puc.edu
Records Office: 707-965-6676 records@puc.edu
Residence Life: 707-965-6315 jwood@puc.edu
Student Financial Services: 707-965-7200 student_finance@puc.edu
Student Life: 707-965-7362 lpaulson@puc.edu
Teaching and Learning Center: 707-965-7688 tlc@puc.edu