UCLA Geography
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes

For fall 2025, 62% of transfer applicants to UCLA Geography were admitted (37 of 60). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.66–3.92.

The major preparation UCLA lists for Geography transfers starts with GEOG 1, GEOG 2 and GEOG 3; 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.

62%

UCLA Geography transfer admit rate, fall 2025

3.66–3.92

GPA range of admitted transfers

Transfer applicants, 37 admitted

115

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Geography

Source: UC Information Center, Fall 2025 transfer admissions by major.

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Which classes count at your community college?

Pick your college to see its class for each UCLA requirement.

Major Requirements

UCLA Geography Major Preparation

The courses UCLA lists as Geography 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

GEOG 1 Earth's Physical Environment
GEOG 2 Biodiversity in Changing World

Complete 1 of these

GEOG 3 Cultural Geography
GEOG 4 Globalization: Regional Development and World Economy
GEOG 6 World Regions: Concepts and Contemporary Issues

Required

STATS 12 Introduction to Statistical Methods for Geography and Environmental Studies

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UCLA Geography transfer acceptance rate?

For fall 2025, 62% of transfer applicants to UCLA Geography were admitted (37 of 60). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.66–3.92.

Does UCLA have a Geography major for transfer students?

Yes. UCLA offers Geography (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to UCLA for Geography?

UCLA's Geography major preparation includes GEOG 1, GEOG 2, GEOG 3, GEOG 4, GEOG 6 and STATS 12. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.