Cal State Bakersfield Geology
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State Bakersfield lists for Geology transfers starts with GEOL 2010, GEOL 2040 and MATH 1060; the full list is below.
89 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with CSUB for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
Cal State Bakersfield Geology Major Preparation
The courses Cal State Bakersfield lists as Geology major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are CSUB's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Major requirements
Complete all of these
- GEOL 2010 Physical Geology
- GEOL 2040 Historical Geology
Cognate courses
Required
- MATH 1060 Precalculus II
Complete 1 of these
- CHEM 1000 Foundations of Chemistry
- CHEM 1010 Preparation for College Chemistry
Complete 1 of these
- PHYS 2110 College Physics I
- PHYS 2210 Calculus-Based Physics I
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State Bakersfield have a Geology major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State Bakersfield offers Geology and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State Bakersfield for Geology?
Cal State Bakersfield's Geology major preparation includes GEOL 2010, GEOL 2040, MATH 1060, CHEM 1000, CHEM 1010 and PHYS 2110, 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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