UC San Diego Theatre
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation UC San Diego lists for Theatre transfers starts with TDAC 1, TDDE 1 and TDGE 1; the full list is below.

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

37 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 Theatre

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Which classes count at your community college?

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Major Requirements

UC San Diego Theatre Major Preparation

The courses UC San Diego lists as Theatre 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

TDAC 1 Introduction to Acting
TDDE 1 Introduction to Design for the Theatre
TDGE 1 Introduction to Theatre
TDHT 10 Introduction to Play Analysis
TDHT 21 Ancient and Medieval Theatre
TDHT 22 Theatre 1500-1900
TDHT 23 Twentieth-Century Theatre
TDPW 1 Introduction to Playwriting
TDPR 6 Theatre Practicum

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does UC San Diego have a Theatre major for transfer students?

Yes. UC San Diego offers Theatre (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 Theatre?

UC San Diego's Theatre major preparation includes TDAC 1, TDDE 1, TDGE 1, TDHT 10, TDHT 21 and TDHT 22, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.