UC San Diego Music
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 63% of transfer applicants to UC San Diego Music were admitted (34 of 54). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.20–3.79.
The major preparation UC San Diego lists for Music transfers starts with MUS 2A, MUS 2AK and MUS 2B; 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.
Source: UC Information Center, Fall 2025 transfer admissions by major.
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Major Requirements
UC San Diego Music Major Preparation
The courses UC San Diego lists as Music 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
- MUS 2A Basic Musicianship
- MUS 2AK Basic Keyboard
- MUS 2B Basic Musicianship
- MUS 2BK Basic Keyboard
- MUS 2C Basic Musicianship
- MUS 2CK Basic Keyboard
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UC San Diego Music transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 63% of transfer applicants to UC San Diego Music were admitted (34 of 54). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.20–3.79.
Does UC San Diego have a Music major for transfer students?
Yes. UC San Diego offers Music (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 Music?
UC San Diego's Music major preparation includes MUS 2A, MUS 2AK, MUS 2B, MUS 2BK, MUS 2C and MUS 2CK. 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 Music?
Admitted Music transfers to UC San Diego had GPAs of 3.20–3.79.
Can I use TAG for UC San Diego Music?
UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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