Your Roadmap from De Anza College to UC Berkeley’s Data Science Major

Jul 8

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For students at De Anza College aspiring to join the top ranks of data-driven leaders, transferring to UC Berkeley’s Bachelor of Arts in Data Science represents a world-class opportunity. With the 2024–2025 articulation agreement now published, the pathway to Berkeley is clearer—but also more competitive—than ever.

At Kim Consulting, we specialize in guiding students through highly selective transfers like this one, ensuring every course, grade, and strategy aligns with your ultimate goal.

🧠 Why Choose Data Science at UC Berkeley?

UC Berkeley is one of the birthplaces of modern Data Science education, offering interdisciplinary training across computer science, statistics, domain applications, and ethics. The B.A. in Data Science is housed in the Division of Computing, Data Science, and Society (CDSS), one of the university’s most innovative academic units.

As a De Anza student, you have access to a clearly defined academic roadmap that Berkeley recognizes—if you follow it precisely.

📚 2024–2025 Articulation Requirements from De Anza College

Here’s what you need to complete at De Anza to be considered a strong applicant for the Data Science major at UC Berkeley:

🔸 Mathematics

MATH 1A & 1B – Calculus I & II
MATH 2A – Differential Equations
MATH 2B – Linear Algebra

🔸 Statistics

MATH 10 – Introductory Statistics (aligned with Berkeley’s Data C8 or Stat 20)(Berkeley prefers students to complete a course equivalent to Data C8, ideally with lab experience)

🔸 Computer Science

CIS 22A & CIS 22B – Python programming sequence (UC Berkeley recommends familiarity with Python and computational thinking)

🔸 General Education

Completion of IGETC, including English Composition and Critical Thinking (e.g., EWRT 1A + EWRT 2 or PHIL 1)

✅ Important: Completion of major prep is strongly recommended by the end of the spring term prior to transfer. UC Berkeley is highly selective, and strong grades (especially in math and CS) are essential.

🎓 What Makes This Transfer Pathway Unique?

Direct articulation: De Anza’s courses are officially mapped to UC Berkeley’s requirements for the Data Science major
Reputation synergy: De Anza is one of California’s top feeder colleges to Berkeley
STEM edge: The Berkeley Data Science B.A. opens doors to roles in AI, data engineering, finance, public policy, and more

💡 Kim Consulting’s Strategic Approach

At Kim Consulting, we go far beyond helping you meet course requirements. We help you stand out.

Here’s how we support your De Anza → Berkeley Data Science journey:

📌 Academic Mapping: Custom timeline planning with IGETC + major prep
✍️ PIQ & Application Coaching: Position your story and skills powerfully in Berkeley’s holistic review
🧑‍🏫 Advising on Berkeley's Expectations: From lab-preferred stats courses to coding fluency in Python
🎯 Alternative Pathways: Applying broadly to other UC or selective CS/Data programs as a backup