Cal State LA Computer Science
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State LA lists for Computer Science transfers starts with CS 1011, CS 1012 and CS 1222; the full list is below.
92 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 Computer Science Major Preparation
The courses Cal State LA lists as Computer Science 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 1 of these
- CS 1011 Explorations in Computer Science: Foundations and CS 1012 Explorations in Computer Science: Applications
Complete all of these
- CS 1222 Introduction to Relational Databases
- CS 2011 Introduction to Programming I
- CS 2012 Introduction to Programming II
- CS 2013 Programming with Data Structures
- CS 2148 Discrete Structures
- CS 2445 Introduction to Computer Systems
- CS 2470 Fundamentals of Network Systems and Cybersecurity
- ENGL 2030 Introduction to Technical Writing
- MATH 2110 Calculus I
- MATH 2120 Calculus II
- MATH 2740 Introduction to Statistics
- PHYS 2100 General Physics I: Mechanics
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State LA have a Computer Science major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State LA offers Computer Science (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 Computer Science?
Cal State LA's Computer Science major preparation includes CS 1011, CS 1012, CS 1222, CS 2011, CS 2012 and CS 2013, 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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