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    UCLA Southeast Asian Studies
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation UCLA lists for Southeast Asian Studies transfers starts with FILIPNO 6, INDO 6 and THAI 6; 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.

    115
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Southeast Asian Studies

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    Major Requirements

    UCLA Southeast Asian Studies Major Preparation

    The courses UCLA lists as Southeast Asian 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

    • Completion of an Intermediate level (six) Southeast Asian Language in Filipino, Indonesian, Thai or Vietnamese
    • FILIPNO 6 Intermediate Filipino
    • INDO 6 Intermediate Indonesian
    • THAI 6 Intermediate Thai
    • VIETMSE 6 Intermediate Vietnamese

    Required

    • SEASIAN 50 Southeast Asian Societies and Cultures

    Complete 1 of these

    • ASIAN 30 Languages and Cultures of Asia
    • ASIAN M60W Introduction to Buddhism
    • ASIAN M61 Introduction to Zen Buddhism
    • S ASIAN M60 Religion in Classical India: Introduction
    • SEASIAN M60 Religious Traditions in Southeast Asia
    • SEASIAN 70 Modern Southeast Asian Literature
    • VIETMSE 40 War in Vietnamese Popular Culture

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does UCLA have a Southeast Asian Studies major for transfer students?

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

    What classes do I need to transfer to UCLA for Southeast Asian Studies?

    UCLA's Southeast Asian Studies major preparation includes FILIPNO 6, INDO 6, THAI 6, VIETMSE 6, SEASIAN 50 and ASIAN 30, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

    Can I use TAG for UCLA Southeast Asian Studies?

    UCLA does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).

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