Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Physics
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Cal Poly San Luis Obispo lists for Physics transfers starts with PHYS 1100, PHYS 1141 and PHYS 1143; the full list is below.

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

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Physics

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Major Requirements

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Physics Major Preparation

The courses Cal Poly San Luis Obispo lists as Physics 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

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PHYS 1100 Introduction to the Physics Major
PHYS 1141 General Physics I
PHYS 1143 General Physics II
PHYS 2211 General Physics III: Modern Physics

Support courses

Complete all of these

CSC 1001 Fundamentals of Computer Science
CSC 1001L Fundamentals of Computer Science Laboratory
CHEM 1120 Fundamentals of Chemical Structure and Properties
MATH 1261 Calculus I
MATH 1262 Calculus II
MATH 2263 Calculus III
MATH 2341 Linear Analysis

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cal Poly San Luis Obispo have a Physics major for transfer students?

Yes. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo offers Physics 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 Physics?

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo's Physics major preparation includes PHYS 1100, PHYS 1141, PHYS 1143, PHYS 2211, CSC 1001 and CSC 1001L, 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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