UCLA Public Health
Transfer Acceptance Rate, GPA and Classes
For fall 2025, 12% of transfer applicants to UCLA Public Health were admitted (61 of 493). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.90–4.00.
The major preparation UCLA lists for Public Health transfers starts with LIFESCI 7A, LIFESCI 15 and CHEM 17; 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 Pre-Public Health).
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Major Requirements
UCLA Public Health Major Preparation
The courses UCLA lists as Public Health 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
- LIFESCI 7A Cell and Molecular Biology
- LIFESCI 15 Life: Concepts and Issues
Complete 1 of these
- CHEM 17 Chemical Principles
- CHEM 20A Chemical Structure
- Introductory Chemistry Courses
Complete 1 of these
- STATS 10 Introduction to Statistical Reasoning
- STATS 13 Introduction to Statistical Methods for Life and Health Sciences
Complete 1 of these
- COMM 1 Principles of Oral Communication
- Writing II Courses
Complete 1 of these
- Approved courses in Cultural Competency/Diversity
- Approved Courses in Health and Society
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UCLA Public Health transfer acceptance rate?
For fall 2025, 12% of transfer applicants to UCLA Public Health were admitted (61 of 493). Admitted transfers' GPAs ranged 3.90–4.00.
Does UCLA have a Public Health major for transfer students?
Yes. UCLA offers Public Health (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UCLA for Public Health?
UCLA's Public Health major preparation includes LIFESCI 7A, LIFESCI 15, CHEM 17, CHEM 20A, STATS 10 and STATS 13, 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 Public Health?
Admitted Public Health transfers to UCLA had GPAs of 3.90–4.00.
Can I use TAG for UCLA Public Health?
UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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