UCLA Linguistics
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes

For fall 2025, 58% of transfer applicants to UCLA Linguistics were admitted (39 of 67). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.62–3.95.

The major preparation UCLA lists for Linguistics transfers starts with LING 20, PHILOS 31 and ANTHRO 4; 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.

58%

UCLA Linguistics transfer admit rate, fall 2025

3.62–3.95

GPA range of admitted transfers

Transfer applicants, 39 admitted

115

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Linguistics

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

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Which classes count at your community college?

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Major Requirements

UCLA Linguistics Major Preparation

The courses UCLA lists as Linguistics 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

LING 20 Introduction to Linguistics Analysis

Complete 2 of these

PHILOS 31 Logic, First Course
ANTHRO 4 Culture and Communication
PSYCH 10 Introductory Psychology
PSYCH 100A Psychological Statistics

Complete all of these

Elementary and Intermediate Levels (Six Terms) Of One Foreign Language
Equivalent of level three of two foreign languages

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UCLA Linguistics transfer acceptance rate?

For fall 2025, 58% of transfer applicants to UCLA Linguistics were admitted (39 of 67). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.62–3.95.

Does UCLA have a Linguistics major for transfer students?

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

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

UCLA's Linguistics major preparation includes LING 20, PHILOS 31, ANTHRO 4, PSYCH 10 and PSYCH 100A. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.