UCLA Linguistics and Philosophy
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 40% of transfer applicants to UCLA Linguistics and Philosophy were admitted (6 of 15). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.52–3.98.
The major preparation UCLA lists for Linguistics and Philosophy transfers starts with LING 20, PHILOS 31 and PHILOS 7; 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 & Philosophy).
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Major Requirements
UCLA Linguistics and Philosophy Major Preparation
The courses UCLA lists as Linguistics and Philosophy 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
Required
- PHILOS 31 Logic, First Course
Complete 2 of these
- PHILOS 7 Introduction to Philosophy of Mind
- PHILOS 8 Introduction to Philosophy of Science
- PHILOS 21 Skepticism and Rationality
- PHILOS 23 Meaning and Communication
- PHILOS M24 Language and Identity
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 and Philosophy transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 40% of transfer applicants to UCLA Linguistics and Philosophy were admitted (6 of 15). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.52–3.98.
Does UCLA have a Linguistics and Philosophy major for transfer students?
Yes. UCLA offers Linguistics and Philosophy (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 Philosophy?
UCLA's Linguistics and Philosophy major preparation includes LING 20, PHILOS 31, PHILOS 7, PHILOS 8, PHILOS 21 and PHILOS 23, 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 Linguistics and Philosophy?
Admitted Linguistics and Philosophy transfers to UCLA had GPAs of 3.52–3.98.
Can I use TAG for UCLA Linguistics and Philosophy?
UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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