UC San Diego Latin American Studies
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation UC San Diego lists for Latin American Studies transfers starts with LATI 10, LATI 50 and LTSP 2A; the full list is below.

UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).

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

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Latin American Studies

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Major Requirements

UC San Diego Latin American Studies Major Preparation

The courses UC San Diego lists as Latin American 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.

Courses listed

LATI 10 Reading North by South: Latin American Studies and the US Liberation Movements
LATI 50 Introduction to Latin America

Courses listed

LTSP 2A Intermediate Spanish I
LTSP 2B Intermediate Spanish II
LTSP 2C Intermediate Spanish III
LTSP 2D Intermediate/Advanced Spanish: Spanish for Bilingual Speakers
LTSP 2E Advanced Readings and Composition for Bilingual Speakers

Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, UCSD's own Latin American Studies requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does UC San Diego have a Latin American Studies major for transfer students?

Yes. UC San Diego offers Latin American 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 Latin American Studies?

UC San Diego's Latin American Studies major preparation includes LATI 10, LATI 50, LTSP 2A, LTSP 2B, LTSP 2C and LTSP 2D, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.