UC Merced Critical Race and Ethnic Studies, Teaching and Social Sciences Emphasis
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation UC Merced lists for Critical Race and Ethnic Studies, Teaching and Social Sciences Emphasis transfers starts with CRES 012, CRES 022 and WRI 001; the full list is below.
115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with UC Merced for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
UC Merced lists this program for transfer students starting Fall 2026.
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Major Requirements
UC Merced Critical Race and Ethnic Studies, Teaching and Social Sciences Emphasis Major Preparation
The courses UC Merced lists as Critical Race and Ethnic Studies, Teaching and Social Sciences Emphasis major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UC Merced's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Complete all of these
- CRES 012 World Histories & World Geographies
- CRES 022 The Golden Road: California History as US History
English composition
Required
- WRI 001 Academic Writing
Second course in english composition
Required
- WRI 010 College Reading and Composition
Also listed by UC Merced
UC Merced lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Recommended but not required
- CRES 001 Introduction to Critical Race and Ethnic Studies
- ECON 001 Introduction to Economics
- POLI 001 Introduction to American Politics
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UC Merced have a Critical Race and Ethnic Studies, Teaching and Social Sciences Emphasis major for transfer students?
UC Merced lists Critical Race and Ethnic Studies, Teaching and Social Sciences Emphasis (B.A.) for transfer students starting Fall 2026, with the major preparation it expects them to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC Merced for Critical Race and Ethnic Studies, Teaching and Social Sciences Emphasis?
UC Merced's Critical Race and Ethnic Studies, Teaching and Social Sciences Emphasis major preparation includes CRES 012, CRES 022, WRI 001 and WRI 010. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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