UC Santa Cruz Mathematics Theory and Computation
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 95% of transfer applicants to UC Santa Cruz Mathematics Theory and Computation were admitted (57 of 60). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.24–3.86.
The major preparation UC Santa Cruz lists for Mathematics Theory and Computation transfers starts with MATH 19A, MATH 19B and MATH 21; the full list is below.
115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with UCSC 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 Mathematics Theory & Computation).
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Major Requirements
UC Santa Cruz Mathematics Theory and Computation Major Preparation
The courses UC Santa Cruz lists as Mathematics Theory and Computation major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UCSC's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Required major preparation courses
Complete all of these
- MATH 19A Calculus for Science, Engineering, and Mathematics
- MATH 19B Calculus for Science, Engineering, and Mathematics
- MATH 21 Linear Algebra
- MATH 23A Vector Calculus
Also listed by UCSC
UCSC lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Recommended preparation
- MATH 24 Ordinary Differential Equations
Additional major preparation courses
- MATH 23B Vector Calculus
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UC Santa Cruz Mathematics Theory and Computation transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 95% of transfer applicants to UC Santa Cruz Mathematics Theory and Computation were admitted (57 of 60). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.24–3.86.
Does UC Santa Cruz have a Mathematics Theory and Computation major for transfer students?
Yes. UC Santa Cruz offers Mathematics Theory and Computation (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC Santa Cruz for Mathematics Theory and Computation?
UC Santa Cruz's Mathematics Theory and Computation major preparation includes MATH 19A, MATH 19B, MATH 21 and MATH 23A. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
What GPA do you need to transfer to UC Santa Cruz for Mathematics Theory and Computation?
Admitted Mathematics Theory and Computation transfers to UC Santa Cruz had GPAs of 3.24–3.86.
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