UC Berkeley German
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation UC Berkeley lists for German transfers starts with GERMAN 1, GERMAN 2 and GERMAN 3; 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.

115

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for German

Your community college

Which classes count at your community college?

Pick your college to see its class for each UC Berkeley requirement.

Major Requirements

UC Berkeley German Major Preparation

The courses UC Berkeley lists as German 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

GERMAN 1 Elementary German 1
GERMAN 2 Elementary German 2
GERMAN 3 Intermediate German I
GERMAN 4 Intermediate German II

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does UC Berkeley have a German major for transfer students?

Yes. UC Berkeley offers German (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to UC Berkeley for German?

UC Berkeley's German major preparation includes GERMAN 1, GERMAN 2, GERMAN 3 and GERMAN 4. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.