UC Santa Barbara Asian American Studies
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation UC Santa Barbara lists for Asian American Studies transfers starts with AS AM 1, AS AM 4 and AS AM 5; the full list is below.

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

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California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Asian American Studies

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Major Requirements

UC Santa Barbara Asian American Studies Major Preparation

The courses UC Santa Barbara lists as Asian American Studies major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UCSB's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

Preparation for the major

Required

AS AM 1 Introduction to Asian American History, 1850-Present

Complete 1 of these

AS AM 4 Introduction to Asian American Popular Culture
AS AM 5 Introduction to Asian American Literature
AS AM 71 Introduction to Asian American Religions
AS AM 79 Introduction to Dramatic Writing
RG ST 71 Introduction to Asian American Religions

Complete 1 of these

AS AM 2 American Migration Since 1965: Asians and Others in the United States
AS AM 8 Introduction to Asian American Gender and Sexuality
AS AM 9 Race and Resistance: Asian American, Black, Chicana/o and Indigenous Freedom Struggles

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does UC Santa Barbara have an Asian American Studies major for transfer students?

Yes. UC Santa Barbara offers Asian American Studies (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to UC Santa Barbara for Asian American Studies?

UC Santa Barbara's Asian American Studies major preparation includes AS AM 1, AS AM 4, AS AM 5, AS AM 71, AS AM 79 and RG ST 71, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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