UCLA Chinese
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 40% of transfer applicants to UCLA Chinese were admitted (10 of 25). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.75–3.93.
The major preparation UCLA lists for Chinese transfers starts with CHIN 6, CHIN 6A and CHIN 10; 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 Chinese Major Preparation
The courses UCLA lists as Chinese 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
Complete 1 of these
- Intermediate Chinese
- CHIN 6 Intermediate Modern Chinese
- CHIN 6A Intermediate Modern Chinese for Advanced Students
- CHIN 10 Intermediate Modern Chinese: Intensive
Complete 1 of these
- ASIAN 30 Languages and Cultures of Asia
- CHIN 50 Chinese Civilization
- CHIN M60 Introduction to Chinese Religions
- CHIN M60W Introduction to Chinese Religions
- CHIN 70 Introduction to Traditional Chinese Literature
- CHIN 70W Classics of Chinese Literature
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UCLA Chinese transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 40% of transfer applicants to UCLA Chinese were admitted (10 of 25). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.75–3.93.
Does UCLA have a Chinese major for transfer students?
Yes. UCLA offers Chinese (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UCLA for Chinese?
UCLA's Chinese major preparation includes CHIN 6, CHIN 6A, CHIN 10, ASIAN 30, CHIN 50 and CHIN M60, 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 Chinese?
Admitted Chinese transfers to UCLA had GPAs of 3.75–3.93.
Can I use TAG for UCLA Chinese?
UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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