UC Santa Cruz Sociology
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 69% of transfer applicants to UC Santa Cruz Sociology were admitted (329 of 479). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.09–3.73.
The major preparation UC Santa Cruz lists for Sociology transfers starts with SOCY 1 and SOCY 10.
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.
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Major Requirements
UC Santa Cruz Sociology Major Preparation
The courses UC Santa Cruz lists as Sociology 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
- SOCY 1 Introduction to Sociology
- SOCY 10 Issues and Problems in American Society
Also listed by UCSC
UCSC lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Recommended preparation
- SOCY 3A The Evaluation of Evidence
- SOCY 3B Statistical Methods
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UC Santa Cruz Sociology transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 69% of transfer applicants to UC Santa Cruz Sociology were admitted (329 of 479). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.09–3.73.
Does UC Santa Cruz have a Sociology major for transfer students?
Yes. UC Santa Cruz offers Sociology (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC Santa Cruz for Sociology?
UC Santa Cruz's Sociology major preparation includes SOCY 1 and SOCY 10. 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 Sociology?
Admitted Sociology transfers to UC Santa Cruz had GPAs of 3.09–3.73.
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