UC Berkeley Gender and Women's Studies
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 61% of transfer applicants to UC Berkeley Gender and Women's Studies were admitted (33 of 54). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.81–3.94.
The major preparation UC Berkeley lists for Gender and Women's Studies transfers starts with GWS 10, GWS 20 and LGBT 20AC.
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 (published as Gender & Women's Studies).
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Major Requirements
UC Berkeley Gender and Women's Studies Major Preparation
The courses UC Berkeley lists as Gender and Women's Studies 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
- GWS 10 Introduction to Gender and Women's Studies
- GWS 20 Introduction to Feminist Theory
- LGBT 20AC Alternative Sexual Identities and Communities in Contemporary American Society
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UC Berkeley Gender and Women's Studies transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 61% of transfer applicants to UC Berkeley Gender and Women's Studies were admitted (33 of 54). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.81–3.94.
Does UC Berkeley have a Gender and Women's Studies major for transfer students?
Yes. UC Berkeley offers Gender and Women's Studies (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC Berkeley for Gender and Women's Studies?
UC Berkeley's Gender and Women's Studies major preparation includes GWS 10, GWS 20 and LGBT 20AC. 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 Gender and Women's Studies?
Admitted Gender and Women's Studies transfers to UC Berkeley had GPAs of 3.81–3.94.
Can I use TAG for UC Berkeley Gender and Women's Studies?
UC Berkeley does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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