San Diego, CA
Built for builders. A school where students don't just study entrepreneurship — they launch real projects before they graduate.
For the student who wants to build something, not just study something.
State-of-the-art labs for coding, robotics, biotech, and engineering. Students get hands-on with real tools, not textbook diagrams.
An on-campus incubator where students pitch ideas, build prototypes, and get mentored by working entrepreneurs. This is where classroom learning becomes real-world output.
No sitting in rows memorizing facts. Learning here is project-driven — students solve real problems, present to real audiences, and build portfolios that matter.
Pacific Innovation School offers flexible placement options through our network.
Full academic year on an F-1 visa with access to the STEM labs, incubator, and project-based curriculum. Students can choose boarding or host family living.
A short-term summer option for students who want to test the waters. Hands-on STEM projects, campus life, and San Diego culture in a compressed format.
Senior-year students can participate in a capstone incubator program that culminates in a real pitch event — a standout addition to any college application.
Innovation-driven curriculum where students build while they learn.
Computer Science, Entrepreneurship, Digital Media, Environmental Engineering, and UX Design.
Spanish and Mandarin.
Structured ESL pathway with tech-integrated English instruction and peer tutoring program.
What you need to know before applying.
Life at Pacific Innovation goes far beyond the classroom.
Startup Club, Coding Academy, Drone Racing, Sustainability Council, Podcast Studio, Hackathon Team, and 20+ student-led ventures.
Digital art studio, film production lab, graphic design workshop, and annual student film festival.
Surfing, volleyball, soccer, basketball, skateboarding, and cross country. Year-round outdoor access in San Diego.
Getting here and getting around.
Tell us about your student. We'll let you know if Pacific Innovation is a fit — and if not, we'll suggest the school that is.