UC San Diego Geosciences
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation UC San Diego lists for Geosciences transfers starts with SIO 50, SIO 65 and SIO 75; the full list is below.
UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
39 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with UCSD for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
UC San Diego Geosciences Major Preparation
The courses UC San Diego lists as Geosciences major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are UCSD's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Lower division major requirements
Courses listed
- SIO 50 Introduction to Physical Geology
- SIO 65 Geosciences Seminar
- SIO 75 Geological History of Earth
Courses listed
- CHEM 6A General Chemistry I
- CHEM 6B General Chemistry II
- CHEM 6C General Chemistry III
Courses listed
- MATH 20A Calculus for Science and Engineering
- MATH 20B Calculus for Science and Engineering
- MATH 20C Calculus and Analytic Geometry for Science and Engineering
Courses listed
- PHYS 2A Physics - Mechanics
- PHYS 2B Physics - Electricity and Magnetism
- PHYS 2C Physics - Fluids, Waves, Thermodynamics, and Optics
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UC San Diego have a Geosciences major for transfer students?
Yes. UC San Diego offers Geosciences (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC San Diego for Geosciences?
UC San Diego's Geosciences major preparation includes SIO 50, SIO 65, SIO 75, CHEM 6A, CHEM 6B and CHEM 6C, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
Can I use TAG for UC San Diego Geosciences?
UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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