Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Kinesiology
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal Poly San Luis Obispo lists for Kinesiology transfers starts with KINE 1180, KINE 2266 and HLTH 1155; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Kinesiology Major Preparation
The courses Cal Poly San Luis Obispo lists as Kinesiology major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are Cal Poly SLO's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Major courses
Courses listed
- KINE 1180 Introduction to Kinesiology
- KINE 2266 Sport and Performance Psychology
Complete 1 of these
- HLTH 1155 Multicultural Perspectives and Health
- HLTH 1160 Women's Health and Society
Support courses
Courses listed
- BIO 1151 Life: Molecules and Cells
- BIO 2231 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and BIO 2232 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- CHEM 1120 Fundamentals of Chemical Structure and Properties
- PHYS 1121 College Physics I
- STAT 1110 Applied Statistical Concepts and Methods
Complete 1 of these
- MATH 1007 Precalculus
- MATH 1261 Calculus I
Also listed by Cal Poly SLO
Cal Poly SLO lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Other courses (concentration/emphasis/electives)
- KINE 2278 Introduction to Athletic Training
- EIM 2260 Community Relations and Sports-Based Youth Development
- HLTH 2261 Social Determinants of Health
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal Poly San Luis Obispo have a Kinesiology major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo offers Kinesiology and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo for Kinesiology?
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo's Kinesiology major preparation includes KINE 1180, KINE 2266, HLTH 1155, HLTH 1160, BIO 1151 and BIO 2231, 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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