UCLA Data Theory
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 46% of transfer applicants to UCLA Data Theory were admitted (75 of 163). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.79–3.93.
The major preparation UCLA lists for Data Theory transfers starts with MATH 31A, MATH 31B and MATH 32A; 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 Pre-Data Theory).
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Major Requirements
UCLA Data Theory Major Preparation
The courses UCLA lists as Data Theory 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 all of these
- MATH 31A Differential and Integral Calculus
- MATH 31B Integration and Infinite Series
- MATH 32A Calculus of Several Variables
- MATH 32B Calculus of Several Variables
- MATH 33A Linear Algebra and Applications
- MATH 33B Differential Equations
- MATH 42 Introduction to Data-Driven Mathematical Modeling: Life, Universe, and Everything
Complete all of these
- COMPTNG 10A Introduction to Programming
- STATS 20 Introduction to Statistical Programming with R
- STATS 21 Python and Other Technologies for Data Science
Complete 1 of these
- STATS 10 Introduction to Statistical Reasoning
- STATS 12 Introduction to Statistical Methods for Geography and Environmental Studies
- STATS 13 Introduction to Statistical Methods for Life and Health Sciences
- STATS 15 Introduction to Data Science
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UCLA Data Theory transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 46% of transfer applicants to UCLA Data Theory were admitted (75 of 163). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.79–3.93.
Does UCLA have a Data Theory major for transfer students?
Yes. UCLA offers Data Theory (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UCLA for Data Theory?
UCLA's Data Theory major preparation includes MATH 31A, MATH 31B, MATH 32A, MATH 32B, MATH 33A and MATH 33B, 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 Data Theory?
Admitted Data Theory transfers to UCLA had GPAs of 3.79–3.93.
Can I use TAG for UCLA Data Theory?
UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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