UC Santa Barbara German
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation UC Santa Barbara lists for German transfers starts with GER 1, GER 2 and GER 3; 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.

    115
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for German

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    Major Requirements

    UC Santa Barbara German Major Preparation

    The courses UC Santa Barbara lists as German 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

    Complete all of these

    • GER 1 Elementary German
    • GER 2 Elementary German
    • GER 3 Elementary German
    • GER 4 Intermediate German
    • GER 5 Intermediate German
    • GER 6 Intermediate German

    Also listed by UCSB

    UCSB lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.

    Recommended

    • GER 8C Beginning German Conversation

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does UC Santa Barbara have a German major for transfer students?

    Yes. UC Santa Barbara offers German (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 German?

    UC Santa Barbara's German major preparation includes GER 1, GER 2, GER 3, GER 4, GER 5 and GER 6. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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