Cal Poly Humboldt Physics
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation Cal Poly Humboldt lists for Physics transfers starts with MATH 102, MATH 101 and MATH 101T; the full list is below.

    115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with Cal Poly Humboldt for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

    115
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Physics

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    Major Requirements

    Cal Poly Humboldt Physics Major Preparation

    The courses Cal Poly Humboldt lists as Physics major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are Cal Poly Humboldt's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Calculus prerequisite courses

    Complete 1 of these

    • MATH 102 Algebra & Elementary Functions
    • MATH 101 College Algebra
    • MATH 101T Trigonometry

    Lower division core

    Courses listed

    • CHEM 109 General Chemistry I
    • CHEM 110 General Chemistry II

    Courses listed

    • MATH 107 Introduction to Linear Algebra
    • MATH 109 Calculus I
    • MATH 110 Calculus II
    • MATH 210 Calculus III

    Courses listed

    • PHYX 109 General Physics A: Mechanics
    • PHYX 210 General Physics B: Thermodynamics & Waves
    • PHYX 211 General Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism
    Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, Cal Poly Humboldt's own Physics requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Cal Poly Humboldt have a Physics major for transfer students?

    Yes. Cal Poly Humboldt offers Physics (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to Cal Poly Humboldt for Physics?

    Cal Poly Humboldt's Physics major preparation includes MATH 102, MATH 101, MATH 101T, CHEM 109, CHEM 110 and MATH 107, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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