Forest Grove Campus | Pacific University

The Pacific University Forest Grove Campus features a mix of historic brick buildings and modern learning facilities nestled under a grove of towering oak trees.

Forest Grove is home to our residential undergraduate programs, as well as graduate and professional programs in optometry, social work, speech-language pathology, teaching and more.

The campus features a student center, state-of-the-art library, residence halls, renowned auditorium and athletic complex. It also is home to the Old College Hall museum, Kathrin Cawein Gallery of Art, Boxer Makerspace, Boxer Gardens, and the Early Learning Community preK through fourth-grade school.

Study in Forest Grove

Surrounding Area

Adobe licensed photo of Mt. Hood behind Lost Lake

Located on the western edge of the Portland Metro Area, Forest Grove is both close enough to access the excitement of the city and far enough away to enjoy small town charm and rural adventure. Pacific’s campus is in the heart of downtown, surrounded by unique shops, diverse eateries and seasonal festivals. The countryside around town is a mix of forests and farmlands, vineyards and breweries, along with breathtaking views of the Cascade Mountains’ highest peaks. Enjoy opportunities to hike, bike and paddle right outside your door — or head just an hour west by car to hit the beach. Learn more at discoverforestgrove.org.

Getting Here

The Forest Grove Campus is located about 22 miles west of downtown Portland, off Highway 26 (the Sunset Highway). Forest Grove is easily connected to the Portland area through TriMet, the mass transit system. Lightrail services extends to Hillsboro, and 24/7 bus service reaches into Forest Grove, with a stop adjacent to campus. GroveLink is a free shuttle bus service that runs in and around Forest Grove itself. For the more adventurous, Forest Grove sits on the Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway.

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Parking

Student and employee parking is available in Forest Grove Campus parking lots by permit. Designated parking for Pacific EyeClinic patients and Early Learning Community families is available in Lot C. Additional guest and visitor parking is available in designated campus lots or on city streets. All street parking is regulated and enforced by Forest Grove Police.

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