UC Berkeley English
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 78% of transfer applicants to UC Berkeley English were admitted (373 of 478). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.41–3.90.
The major preparation UC Berkeley lists for English transfers starts with ENGLISH 17, ENGLISH 45A and ENGLISH 45B; the full list is below.
UC Berkeley does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with UC Berkeley for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
Source: UC Information Center, Fall 2025 transfer admissions by major.
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Major Requirements
UC Berkeley English Major Preparation
The courses UC Berkeley lists as English major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UC Berkeley's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Lower division major requirements
Complete all of these
- ENGLISH 17 Shakespeare
- ENGLISH 45A Literature in English (Through Milton)
- ENGLISH 45B Literature in English (Late 17th through the mid-19th Century)
- ENGLISH 45C Literature in English (Mid-19th through the 20th Century)
- ENGLISH 90 Practices of Literary Study
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UC Berkeley English transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 78% of transfer applicants to UC Berkeley English were admitted (373 of 478). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.41–3.90.
Does UC Berkeley have an English major for transfer students?
Yes. UC Berkeley offers English (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC Berkeley for English?
UC Berkeley's English major preparation includes ENGLISH 17, ENGLISH 45A, ENGLISH 45B, ENGLISH 45C and ENGLISH 90. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
What GPA do you need to transfer to UC Berkeley for English?
Admitted English transfers to UC Berkeley had GPAs of 3.41–3.90.
Can I use TAG for UC Berkeley English?
UC Berkeley does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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