Cal State Long Beach Computer Science
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State Long Beach lists for Computer Science transfers starts with CECS 105, CECS 174 and CECS 225; the full list is below.
38 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with CSULB for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
Cal State Long Beach Computer Science Major Preparation
The courses Cal State Long Beach lists as Computer Science major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are CSULB's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Lower division major requirements
Complete all of these
- CECS 105 Introduction to Computing Disciplines
- CECS 174 Introduction to Programming and Problem Solving
- CECS 225 Digital Logic and Assembly Programming
- CECS 228 Discrete Structures with Computing Applications
- CECS 229 Discrete Structures with Computing Applications II
- CECS 274 Data Structures
- CECS 277 Object Oriented Application Development
- ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering Profession
- ENGR 102 Academic Success Skills
- MATH 122 Calculus I
- MATH 123 Calculus II
Also listed by CSULB
CSULB lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Science electives
1 of these
- PHYS 151 Mechanics and Heat
- CHEM 111A General Chemistry
Additional science support electives
1 of these
- BIOL 200 General Biology
- BIOL 205 Human Biology
- BIOL 207 Human Physiology
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State Long Beach have a Computer Science major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State Long Beach 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 Long Beach for Computer Science?
Cal State Long Beach's Computer Science major preparation includes CECS 105, CECS 174, CECS 225, CECS 228, CECS 229 and CECS 274, 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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