UC San Diego Sociology/Economy and Society
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 67% of transfer applicants to UC San Diego Sociology/Economy and Society were admitted (28 of 42). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.66–3.89.
The major preparation UC San Diego lists for Sociology/Economy and Society transfers starts with SOCI 1, SOCI 2 and SOCI 60; 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 (published as Sociology - Economy and Society).
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Major Requirements
UC San Diego Sociology/Economy and Society Major Preparation
The courses UC San Diego lists as Sociology/Economy and Society 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
- SOCI 1 Introduction to Sociology
- SOCI 2 The Study of Society
- SOCI 60 Practice of Social Research
Complete 1 of these
- SOCI 10 American Society: Social Structure and Culture in the United States
- SOCI 20 Social Change in the Modern World
- SOCI 30 Science, Technology, and Society
- SOCI 40 Sociology of Health Care Issues
- SOCI 50 Introduction to Law and Society
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UC San Diego Sociology/Economy and Society transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 67% of transfer applicants to UC San Diego Sociology/Economy and Society were admitted (28 of 42). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.66–3.89.
Does UC San Diego have a Sociology/Economy and Society major for transfer students?
Yes. UC San Diego offers Sociology/Economy and Society (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 Sociology/Economy and Society?
UC San Diego's Sociology/Economy and Society major preparation includes SOCI 1, SOCI 2, SOCI 60, SOCI 10, SOCI 20 and SOCI 30, with more courses in the list on this page. 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 Sociology/Economy and Society?
Admitted Sociology/Economy and Society transfers to UC San Diego had GPAs of 3.66–3.89.
Can I use TAG for UC San Diego Sociology/Economy and Society?
UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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