Oregon Private College Week at Pacific

Registration will open in May 2025

You are invited to come ask questions and discover why an Oregon private college is right for you during Oregon Private College Week (OPCW)! Sessions are held concurrently on 12 campuses statewide.

While visiting Pacific University, students and guests will attend an informational session that will cover topics such as areas of study, clubs and activities, research and internship opportunities, scholarships, and the financial aid process. Admissions counselors will address common myths about the cost of a private college education, and answer questions about Pacific University and/or the college search process in general. In addition, students and guests will be taken on a tour of campus.

Local Recommendations from the Admissions Teams:

Pacific University - Forest Grove, OR

Restaurants:

• Ridgewalker Brewery - Full tap of local beers, ciders, wine, and kombucha with a full menu.  Minors allowed.
• PacThai - Thai restaurant
• Miget's Island Grill  - Chamorro, Hawaiian, and Filipino island food
• Phil's 1500 Subs - large selection of hot and cold subs. Cash only 

Cafe & Drinks:

• BJ's Coffee Co. - Food, drinks, and locally roasted coffee beans
• Slow Rise Bakehouse - honest-to-goodness bakery
• Telvet Coffee - Handcrafted espresso drinks, and other favorite drinks from around the world.

Fun Places to Visit/Things To Do:

• Four Days in Forest Grove - great article with things to do in our area!
• Hagg Lake - local area, popular with students and residents
• Tillamook Forest - National forest alongside the Oregon coast
• Forest Grove Farmers Market (Wednesdays) - A community favorite
• Nike World Headquarters - where it's all centered

Places to Stay:

• America's Best Value Inn & Suites - Ask for the Pacific University $10 discount.
• Best Western University Inn & Suites - Ask for the Pacific University 15% discount.
• McMenamins Grand Lodge - Ask for the Pacific University 15% discount.
• Marriott Element Portland Beaverton - Link will automatically apply the Pacific University discount.
• Marriott AC Hotel Portland Beaverton - Link will automatically apply the Pacific University discount.

Portland Metro Area

Restaurants:

• Screen Door
• Nong's Khao Man Gai
• La Provence Boulangerie & Patisserie
• Afuri Ramen & Dumpling
• Pine State Biscuits
• Rose City Food Park
• Luc Lac
• The Waffle Window
• Lechon

Cafe & Drinks:

• Salt & Straw
• Blue Star Donut
• Jinju Patisserie
• Stumptown Coffee Roasters
• Voodoo Donuts
• Pip's Original Doughnuts and Chai

Fun Places to Visit/Things To Do:

• Powell's Bookstore
• McMenamins Passport
• Portland Rose Garden
• Japanese Garden
• Oregon Coast - Canon Beach/Tillamook/Pacific City
• Portland Saturday Market
• OMSI - Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
• Forest Park
• Pittock Mansion
• Portland Art Museum
• Oregon Zoo