Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Theatre Arts
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Cal Poly San Luis Obispo lists for Theatre Arts transfers starts with TH 2201, TH 2220 and TH 2225; the full list is below.

47 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 Theatre Arts

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Major Requirements

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Theatre Arts Major Preparation

The courses Cal Poly San Luis Obispo lists as Theatre Arts 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.

Courses listed

TH 2201 First Year Theatre Experience
TH 2220 Acting I
TH 2225 Costume Construction I
TH 2230 Stagecraft I
TH 2290 Dramaturgy and Playwriting
TH 2295 Foundations in Theatrical Design

Complete 1 of these

TH 1145 Mainstage Rehearsal and Performance I
TH 1155 Mainstage Production I

Complete 1 of these

TH 2227 Theatre History I
TH 2228 Theatre History II

Complete 9 units from these

TH 2215 Voice and Movement I
TH 2227 Theatre History I
TH 2228 Theatre History II
TH 2240 Improvisational Theatre
TH 2245 Introduction to Stage Management
TH 2250 Lighting Design Fundamentals
TH 2255 Technology in Theatrical Design and Production
TH 2265 Scenic Painting
TH 2275 Stage Make-Up

Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, Cal Poly SLO's own Theatre Arts requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo offers Theatre Arts 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 Theatre Arts?

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo's Theatre Arts major preparation includes TH 2201, TH 2220, TH 2225, TH 2230, TH 2290 and TH 2295, 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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