UC San Diego Japanese Studies
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 76% of transfer applicants to UC San Diego Japanese Studies were admitted (22 of 29). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.39–3.87.
The major preparation UC San Diego lists for Japanese Studies transfers starts with JAPN 10A, JAPN 10B and JAPN 10C; the full list is below.
UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
41 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with UCSD 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 San Diego Japanese Studies Major Preparation
The courses UC San Diego lists as Japanese Studies 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.
Complete all of these
- JAPN 10A First Year Japanese I
- JAPN 10B First Year Japanese II
- JAPN 10C First Year Japanese III
- JAPN 20A Second Year Japanese I
- JAPN 20B Second Year Japanese II
- JAPN 20C Second Year Japanese III
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UC San Diego Japanese Studies transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 76% of transfer applicants to UC San Diego Japanese Studies were admitted (22 of 29). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.39–3.87.
Does UC San Diego have a Japanese Studies major for transfer students?
Yes. UC San Diego offers Japanese Studies (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC San Diego for Japanese Studies?
UC San Diego's Japanese Studies major preparation includes JAPN 10A, JAPN 10B, JAPN 10C, JAPN 20A, JAPN 20B and JAPN 20C. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
What GPA do you need to transfer to UC San Diego for Japanese Studies?
Admitted Japanese Studies transfers to UC San Diego had GPAs of 3.39–3.87.
Can I use TAG for UC San Diego Japanese Studies?
UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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