Cal State LA Biochemistry
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State LA lists for Biochemistry transfers starts with BIOL 1100, BIOL 1200 and CHEM 1100; the full list is below.
85 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 Biochemistry Major Preparation
The courses Cal State LA lists as Biochemistry 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
- BIOL 1100 Cellular Basis of Life
- BIOL 1200 Diversity of LIfe
- CHEM 1100 General Chemistry I
- CHEM 1110 General Chemistry II
- CHEM 2200 Organic Chemistry I
- CHEM 2201 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
- CHEM 2211 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
- CHEM 3200 Organic Chemistry II
- CHEM 2300 Introduction to Biomolecules
- MATH 2110 Calculus I
- MATH 2120 Calculus II
- PHYS 2100 General Physics I: Mechanics
- PHYS 2200 General Physics II: Electromagnetism and Circuits
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State LA have a Biochemistry major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State LA offers Biochemistry (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State LA for Biochemistry?
Cal State LA's Biochemistry major preparation includes BIOL 1100, BIOL 1200, CHEM 1100, CHEM 1110, CHEM 2200 and CHEM 2201, 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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