UCLA Asian Religions
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation UCLA lists for Asian Religions transfers starts with ASIA AM 30, ASIAN M60 and ASIAN M60W; 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.
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Major Requirements
UCLA Asian Religions Major Preparation
The courses UCLA lists as Asian Religions 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
- ASIA AM 30 Asian American Literature and Culture
- 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
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UCLA have an Asian Religions major for transfer students?
Yes. UCLA offers Asian Religions (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UCLA for Asian Religions?
UCLA's Asian Religions major preparation includes ASIA AM 30, ASIAN M60, ASIAN M60W, ASIAN M61, CHIN M60 and CHIN M60W, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
Can I use TAG for UCLA Asian Religions?
UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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