UC Berkeley Sociology
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 12% of transfer applicants to UC Berkeley Sociology were admitted (104 of 837). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.81–4.00.
The major preparation UC Berkeley lists for Sociology transfers starts with SOCIOL 1, SOCIOL 5 and STAT 2; 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 Sociology Major Preparation
The courses UC Berkeley lists as Sociology 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 preparation courses
Complete all of these
- SOCIOL 1 Introduction to Sociology
- SOCIOL 5 Evaluation of Evidence
Complete 1 of these
- STAT 2 Introduction to Statistics
- PHILOS 12A Introduction to Logic
- Other courses that satisfy the statistics/logic requirement for the Sociology major
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UC Berkeley Sociology transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 12% of transfer applicants to UC Berkeley Sociology were admitted (104 of 837). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.81–4.00.
Does UC Berkeley have a Sociology major for transfer students?
Yes. UC Berkeley offers Sociology (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC Berkeley for Sociology?
UC Berkeley's Sociology major preparation includes SOCIOL 1, SOCIOL 5, STAT 2 and PHILOS 12A. 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 Sociology?
Admitted Sociology transfers to UC Berkeley had GPAs of 3.81–4.00.
Can I use TAG for UC Berkeley Sociology?
UC Berkeley does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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