UCLA American Literature and Culture
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 73% of transfer applicants to UCLA American Literature and Culture were admitted (8 of 11). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.48–3.76.
The major preparation UCLA lists for American Literature and Culture transfers starts with ENGCOMP 3, ENGL 4W and ENGL 4WX; the full list is below.
UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with UCLA 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 American Literature & Culture).
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Major Requirements
UCLA American Literature and Culture Major Preparation
The courses UCLA lists as American Literature and Culture major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UCLA's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Lower division major requirements
Required
- ENGCOMP 3 English Composition, Rhetoric, and Language
Complete 1 of these
- ENGL 4W Critical Reading and Writing
- ENGL 4WX Critical Reading and Writing (Community-Engaged Learning)
Complete all of these
- ENGL 11 Introduction to American Cultures
- ENGL 87 Topics in American Cultures
- Approved Foreign Literature in translation courses
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UCLA American Literature and Culture transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 73% of transfer applicants to UCLA American Literature and Culture were admitted (8 of 11). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.48–3.76.
Does UCLA have an American Literature and Culture major for transfer students?
Yes. UCLA offers American Literature and Culture (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UCLA for American Literature and Culture?
UCLA's American Literature and Culture major preparation includes ENGCOMP 3, ENGL 4W, ENGL 4WX, ENGL 11 and ENGL 87. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
What GPA do you need to transfer to UCLA for American Literature and Culture?
Admitted American Literature and Culture transfers to UCLA had GPAs of 3.48–3.76.
Can I use TAG for UCLA American Literature and Culture?
UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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