UC Santa Barbara Spanish
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation UC Santa Barbara lists for Spanish transfers starts with SPAN 1, SPAN 2 and SPAN 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.
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Major Requirements
UC Santa Barbara Spanish Major Preparation
The courses UC Santa Barbara lists as Spanish 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 - second language learners
Complete all of these
- SPAN 1 Elementary Spanish I
- SPAN 2 Elementary Spanish II
- SPAN 3 Elementary Spanish III
- SPAN 4 Intermediate Spanish I
- SPAN 5 Intermediate Spanish II
- SPAN 6 Intermediate Spanish III
- SPAN 25 Advanced Grammar and Composition
- SPAN 30 Introduction to Hispanic Literature
Preparation for the major - heritage speakers
Complete all of these
- SPAN 16A Spanish for Heritage Speakers
- SPAN 16B Spanish for Heritage Speakers
- SPAN 30 Introduction to Hispanic Literature
Required
- SPAN 15 Intermediate Spanish for Heritage Speakers
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UC Santa Barbara have a Spanish major for transfer students?
Yes. UC Santa Barbara offers Spanish (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 Spanish?
UC Santa Barbara's Spanish major preparation includes SPAN 1, SPAN 2, SPAN 3, SPAN 4, SPAN 5 and SPAN 6, 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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