UCLA Asian Languages and Linguistics
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 48% of transfer applicants to UCLA Asian Languages and Linguistics were admitted (10 of 21). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.65–3.94.
The major preparation UCLA lists for Asian Languages and Linguistics transfers starts with ASIAN 30, CHIN 50 and JAPAN 50; 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.
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Major Requirements
UCLA Asian Languages and Linguistics Major Preparation
The courses UCLA lists as Asian Languages and Linguistics 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
- The Equivalent of Intermediate level in an Asian language, i.e. Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Hindi-Urdu, Filipino, Indonesian and Vietnamese or placement exam
Complete 1 of these options
- ASIAN 30 Languages and Cultures of Asia
- CHIN 50 Chinese Civilization · JAPAN 50 Japanese Civilization · JAPAN 70 Images of Japan: Literature and Film · KOREA 50 History of Korean Civilization · SEASIAN 70 Modern Southeast Asian Literature
- ASIAN M60 Introduction to Buddhism · ASIAN M60W Introduction to Buddhism · ASIAN M61 Introduction to Zen Buddhism · CHIN M60 Introduction to Chinese Religions · CHIN M60W Introduction to Chinese Religions · KOREA M60 Introduction to Korean Religions · S ASIAN M60 Religion in Classical India: Introduction · SEASIAN M60 Religious Traditions in Southeast Asia · VIETMSE 40 War in Vietnamese Popular Culture
- JAPAN 75 Anime · JAPAN 80 How Does It Move? Action and Moving Image in Modern Japan · KOREA 40 Korean Wave: Globalization of South Korean Popular Culture · KOREA 80 Introduction to Korean Cinema
Required
- LING 20 Introduction to Linguistics Analysis
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UCLA Asian Languages and Linguistics transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 48% of transfer applicants to UCLA Asian Languages and Linguistics were admitted (10 of 21). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.65–3.94.
Does UCLA have an Asian Languages and Linguistics major for transfer students?
Yes. UCLA offers Asian Languages and Linguistics (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UCLA for Asian Languages and Linguistics?
UCLA's Asian Languages and Linguistics major preparation includes ASIAN 30, CHIN 50, JAPAN 50, JAPAN 70, KOREA 50 and SEASIAN 70, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
What GPA do you need to transfer to UCLA for Asian Languages and Linguistics?
Admitted Asian Languages and Linguistics transfers to UCLA had GPAs of 3.65–3.94.
Can I use TAG for UCLA Asian Languages and Linguistics?
UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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