Cal State Bakersfield History
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Cal State Bakersfield lists for History transfers starts with HIST 2000, HIST 1218 and HIST 1228; the full list is below.

88 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with CSUB for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for History

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Major Requirements

Cal State Bakersfield History Major Preparation

The courses Cal State Bakersfield lists as History 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

Required

HIST 2000 Historian's Craft

Courses listed

HIST 1218 Survey of US History to 1877
HIST 1228 Survey of US History Since 1865

Courses listed

HIST 1418 World History, Pre-History to 1500
HIST 1428 World History, Since 1500 CE

Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, CSUB's own History requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cal State Bakersfield have a History major for transfer students?

Yes. Cal State Bakersfield offers History and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State Bakersfield for History?

Cal State Bakersfield's History major preparation includes HIST 2000, HIST 1218, HIST 1228, HIST 1418 and HIST 1428. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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