Now Accepting Applications for Class of 2027

An immersive, 2+2 student improvement program that graduates high-potential students from a TOP 35 university in the US, guaranteed

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Average acceptance rate to a Top 35 US university
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PACIFICA ACCEPTANCE RATE TO A TOP 35 US UNIVERSITY

From the most sought-after college consultants in the world, a method that changes the lives of students

Perry Kalmus
Perry Lead Counselor · As Seen on Netflix
Barbara Kalmus
Barbara Lead Counselor · As Seen on Netflix
Ori Kalmus
Ori Lead Counselor · Over 20 Years of Experience

Barbara, Perry, Ori and their team of expert counselors have worked with over 16,000 students, and have over 70 years of combined experience in college admissions

Backed by Google USC
Featured on Netflix
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Pacifica Fellowship in action

In the past 10 years, the Pacifica Fellowship has sent students
to the following top 35 schools

Berkeley
University of California
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UCLA
University of California
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UC Davis
University of California
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UC San Diego
University of California
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USC
University of Southern California
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UC Irvine
University of California
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UC Santa Barbara
University of California
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We have also successfully enrolled students in:
UNC  ·  Michigan  ·  UVA  ·  Notre Dame  ·  Georgia Tech  ·  U Florida  ·  UT Austin
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Our Promise

Your child is never alone with Pacifica.

We know there are fears around sending your child abroad in these tumultuous times. Pacifica's white-glove service is designed to alleviate those concerns.

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From our families

Parents trust us with what matters most

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We were nervous about sending our son halfway across the world. The round-the-clock support, the airport pickup, the housing support — it felt like he had family in Los Angeles. He's now at UC Berkeley studying computer science.

Parent of 2024 Fellow
Son placed at UC Berkeley
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Our daughter's grades weren't strong enough for direct admission. Perry and his team built a strategy that got her into UCLA through the transfer pathway. We didn't even know this was possible. We are forever grateful for their brilliant team and incredible program.

Parent of 2023 Fellow
Daughter placed at UCLA
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The cultural immersion training made all the difference. Our son arrived in LA confident and prepared, not overwhelmed. The tutoring carried him through his first semester with a 3.8 GPA. They helped with a successful placement at USC.

Parent of 2024 Fellow
Son placed at USC
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A strategic approach to college placement increasing your chances to enter a top 35 university from 6% to guaranteed.

Our white-glove service is extensive, and designed to give you peace of mind in knowing that your child is well taken care of while they study in the United States.

Airport Pickup
We meet your child at LAX and handle the transition
Housing Support
Safe, vetted housing arranged before arrival
Subject Tutoring
1-on-1 academic support to guarantee strong grades
English & TOEFL
Intensive language training for academic readiness
Cultural Immersion
Confidence and comfort in American campus life
Monthly Parent Check-ins
Regular updates on every aspect of your child's journey
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This white-glove service ensures a safe and successful US college experience

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Year One
In your home country
  • Starts the summer after you graduate high school
  • 1-on-1 support with transfer prep and online courses for college credit
  • Enrollment in online courses for college credit
  • Subject tutoring to guarantee academic success
  • High-level TOEFL tutoring
  • Cultural immersion curriculum and language support
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Year Two
In-person in Los Angeles
  • 1-on-1 support throughout your time in Los Angeles
  • In-person classes for college credit
  • UPenn Certificate in Entrepreneurship
  • Cultural immersion curriculum
  • College tours and expert guidance
  • Continued subject and TOEFL tutoring
  • Transfer application and essay guidance
Graduate from a Top 35 US university
98.9% placement rate — guaranteed

If your dreams are being limited by your academic records, this is your strategic approach to graduate from a top university

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This exclusive, invite-only program is designed for the student with drive, ambition, and passion for high-level academics

Class of 2027 is now open — limited to 15 students. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the cohort is full.

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