Cal State LA Asian and Asian American Studies
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State LA lists for Asian and Asian American Studies transfers starts with AAAS 2000, AAAS 2100 and AAAS 2400.
86 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with Cal State LA for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
Cal State LA Asian and Asian American Studies Major Preparation
The courses Cal State LA lists as Asian and Asian American Studies major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are Cal State LA's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Lower division core courses
Complete all of these
- AAAS 2000 Introduction to Asia and the Pacific
- AAAS 2100 Asian America: Culture, History, and Community
- AAAS 2400 Introduction to Asian American and Pacific Islander Social Movements
Also listed by Cal State LA
Cal State LA lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Directed electives
5 of these
- AAAS 1300 Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, Equity, and U.S. Constitution
- AAAS 1400 Introduction to Globalization, Race and Place
- AAAS 1500 Asian-American History
- AAAS 1800 Asian and Pacific Islander Migrations
- AAAS 2150 Introduction to Comparative Ethnic Studies
- AAAS 2200 Asia and Asian American in Literature, Arts, and Media
- AAAS 2250 Asian American, Pacific Islander Foodways, Identity, and Culture
- AAAS 2300 Introduction to Filipino/a/x Studies
- AAAS 2500 Asian and Asian Americans in Latin America
- AAAS 2900 Asian American, Pacific Islander Stories & Storytelling
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State LA have an Asian and Asian American Studies major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State LA offers Asian and Asian American Studies (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State LA for Asian and Asian American Studies?
Cal State LA's Asian and Asian American Studies major preparation includes AAAS 2000, AAAS 2100 and AAAS 2400. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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