UCLA Geography/Environmental Studies
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 54% of transfer applicants to UCLA Geography/Environmental Studies were admitted (38 of 70). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.61–3.92.
The major preparation UCLA lists for Geography/Environmental Studies 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.
Source: UC Information Center, Fall 2025 transfer admissions by major.
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Major Requirements
UCLA Geography/Environmental Studies Major Preparation
The courses UCLA lists as Geography/Environmental Studies 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
Complete all of these
- GEOG 5 People and Earth's Ecosystems
- GEOG 7 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
- STATS 12 Introduction to Statistical Methods for Geography and Environmental Studies
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UCLA Geography/Environmental Studies transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 54% of transfer applicants to UCLA Geography/Environmental Studies were admitted (38 of 70). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.61–3.92.
Does UCLA have a Geography/Environmental Studies major for transfer students?
Yes. UCLA offers Geography/Environmental Studies (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UCLA for Geography/Environmental Studies?
UCLA's Geography/Environmental Studies major preparation includes GEOG 1, GEOG 2, GEOG 3, GEOG 4, GEOG 6 and GEOG 5, 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 Geography/Environmental Studies?
Admitted Geography/Environmental Studies transfers to UCLA had GPAs of 3.61–3.92.
Can I use TAG for UCLA Geography/Environmental Studies?
UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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