UC San Diego Urban Studies and Planning
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 70% of transfer applicants to UC San Diego Urban Studies and Planning were admitted (70 of 100). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.42–3.92.
The major preparation UC San Diego lists for Urban Studies and Planning transfers starts with USP 1, USP 4 and USP 30; the full list is below.
UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
40 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 Urban Studies & Planning).
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Major Requirements
UC San Diego Urban Studies and Planning Major Preparation
The courses UC San Diego lists as Urban Studies and Planning 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
- USP 1 History of U.S. Urban Communities
- USP 4 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
- USP 30 Urban Studies and Planning Colloquium
- USP 60 The Practice of Planning Research
Complete 1 of these
- USP 2 Urban World System
- USP 6 Introduction to Global Architecture
Complete 1 of these
- USP 3 The City and Social Theory
- USP 5 Introduction to the Real Estate and Development Process
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UC San Diego Urban Studies and Planning transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 70% of transfer applicants to UC San Diego Urban Studies and Planning were admitted (70 of 100). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.42–3.92.
Does UC San Diego have an Urban Studies and Planning major for transfer students?
Yes. UC San Diego offers Urban Studies and Planning (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 Urban Studies and Planning?
UC San Diego's Urban Studies and Planning major preparation includes USP 1, USP 4, USP 30, USP 60, USP 2 and USP 6, 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 Urban Studies and Planning?
Admitted Urban Studies and Planning transfers to UC San Diego had GPAs of 3.42–3.92.
Can I use TAG for UC San Diego Urban Studies and Planning?
UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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