Pacific Union College is happy to share its standings in Niche.com's 2027 Best Colleges in America. In the report, PUC ranked #49 for Best Colleges for Nursing in America, #51 of 95 Best Colleges in California, and #82 of 355 for Best Christian Colleges in America. Specifically in California, PUC ranked #6 of 46 for Best Colleges for Nursing, #10 of 17 for Best Christian Colleges, and #11 of 94 Safest College Campuses.
PUC is Moving to Semesters
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As we look ahead to the future, PUC is preparing for an important new chapter! Beginning in Fall 2028, Pacific Union College will convert from a quarter-based academic calendar to a semester-based system.
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PUC Rises in Niche Rankings
October 29, 2026
Pacific Union College Announces Semester Conversion and Future Changes
October 23, 2026
On October 22, Pacific Union College officially announced its conversion from a quarter-based academic schedule to a semester system, effective fall 2028. As the college prepares for this transition, PUC assures students it will remain committed to their academic progress and provide a clear path to graduation without delays or additional tuition costs. This conversion will create new opportunities, allow more time for in-depth course engagement, and provide greater flexibility in learning experiences, aligning PUC more closely with most colleges and universities nationwide while prioritizing students' academic experience and outcomes.
PUC Partners with Maranatha for McReynolds Hall Renovation
October 22, 2026
From August 10 to 20, 36 Maranatha Volunteers International and Pacific Union College volunteers, faculty, staff, students, and community members collaborated to renovate McReynolds Hall, a residence hall primarily used when academies and other groups visit campus.
PUC Hosts Girls’ Volleyball Tournament
October 21, 2026
From October 1-3, Pacific Union College hosted its Girls’ Volleyball Tournament for 12 schools throughout California. About 200 students and coaches from Redlands Adventist Academy, La Sierra Academy, Glendale Adventist Academy, Newbury Park Adventist Academy, Armona Union Academy, Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy, Pine Hills Adventist Academy, Central Valley Christian Academy, Lodi Academy, Monterey Bay Academy, Mountain View Academy, and PUC Prep competed in the college’s first high school tournament of the school year.
PUC’s 2026 Graduating Class Honors Allison Fox
October 20, 2026
During Commencement on June 14, the 2026 graduates at Pacific Union College honored Allison Fox with a memorial plaque as their class gift. Fox, a PUC alum who served as an access services librarian and honors program director, sadly passed away in 2023. Senior Class President Jacqueline Messing presented their gift after her presidential speech, sharing how they wanted to select a gift that reflected the lasting impact one individual can have on a community.
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Creating the Perfect Fit: An Interview with a Double Major
I’ve always been fascinated with music for as long as I can remember. I have a musical family; my grandfather taught choir at various academies, and my grandmothers were/are both very good pianists. My dad is a great musician too, and plays the bass guitar, and my mom also plays the flute.
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Small Groups Bible Study - "Imperfect People With A Perfect God" by Taylor (Jasmine) Martinez
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