UCLA Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 57% of transfer applicants to UCLA Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures were admitted (12 of 21). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.61–3.85.
The major preparation UCLA lists for Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures transfers starts with LING 20, ANTHRO 4 and CHIN 50; 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 Linguistics & Asian Languages & Cultures).
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Major Requirements
UCLA Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures Major Preparation
The courses UCLA lists as Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures 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
- LING 20 Introduction to Linguistics Analysis
- ANTHRO 4 Culture and Communication
Complete 1 of these
- CHIN 50 Chinese Civilization
- JAPAN 50 Japanese Civilization
- KOREA 50 History of Korean Civilization
Complete all of these
- Elementary and Intermediate Levels Equivalent To The Sixth Term In Either Chinese, Japanese or Korean
- Third level or equivalent of a second foreign language
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UCLA Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 57% of transfer applicants to UCLA Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures were admitted (12 of 21). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.61–3.85.
Does UCLA have a Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures major for transfer students?
Yes. UCLA offers Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UCLA for Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures?
UCLA's Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures major preparation includes LING 20, ANTHRO 4, CHIN 50, JAPAN 50 and KOREA 50. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
What GPA do you need to transfer to UCLA for Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures?
Admitted Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures transfers to UCLA had GPAs of 3.61–3.85.
Can I use TAG for UCLA Linguistics and Asian Languages and Cultures?
UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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