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 CHEM 1000; the full list is below.

    91 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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    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Geology

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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

    Complete 1 of these

    • CHEM 1000 Foundations of Chemistry
    • CHEM 1010 Preparation for College Chemistry

    Complete 1 of these

    • MATH 2010 Calculus for the Biological and Chemical Sciences I
    • MATH 2310 Single Variable Calculus I for Engineers
    • MATH 2510 Single Variable Calculus I

    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, CHEM 1000, CHEM 1010, MATH 2010 and MATH 2310, 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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