UC Davis Linguistics
    Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes

    For fall 2025, 78% of transfer applicants to UC Davis Linguistics were admitted (59 of 76). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.41–3.91.

    The major preparation UC Davis lists for Linguistics transfers starts with LIN 001.

    114 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with UC Davis for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

    78%
    UC Davis Linguistics transfer admit rate, fall 2025
    3.41–3.91
    GPA range of admitted transfers
    76
    Transfer applicants, 59 admitted
    114
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Linguistics

    Source: UC Information Center, Fall 2025 transfer admissions by major.

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    Major Requirements

    UC Davis Linguistics Major Preparation

    The courses UC Davis lists as Linguistics major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UC Davis's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Linguistics

    Required

    • LIN 001 Introduction to Linguistics

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the UC Davis Linguistics transfer acceptance rate?

    For fall 2025, 78% of transfer applicants to UC Davis Linguistics were admitted (59 of 76). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.41–3.91.

    Does UC Davis have a Linguistics major for transfer students?

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

    What classes do I need to transfer to UC Davis for Linguistics?

    UC Davis's Linguistics major preparation includes LIN 001. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

    What GPA do you need to transfer to UC Davis for Linguistics?

    Admitted Linguistics transfers to UC Davis had GPAs of 3.41–3.91.

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