Cal State Long Beach English, Rhetoric and Composition Option
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation Cal State Long Beach lists for English, Rhetoric and Composition Option transfers starts with ENGL 102, ENGL 180 and ENGL 204; the full list is below.

    37 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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    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for English, Rhetoric and Composition Option

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    Major Requirements

    Cal State Long Beach English, Rhetoric and Composition Option Major Preparation

    The courses Cal State Long Beach lists as English, Rhetoric and Composition Option 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 1 of these

    • ENGL 102 Critical Reading and Writing
    • ENGL 180 Appreciation of Literature
    • ENGL 204 Introduction to Creative Writing: Creative Nonfiction

    Complete 1 of these

    • ENGL 250A Survey of English Literature
    • ENGL 250B Survey of English Literature

    Complete 1 of these

    • ENGL 270A Survey of American Literature
    • ENGL 270B Survey of American Literature

    FAQ

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    Does Cal State Long Beach have an English, Rhetoric and Composition Option major for transfer students?

    Yes. Cal State Long Beach offers English, Rhetoric and Composition Option (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State Long Beach for English, Rhetoric and Composition Option?

    Cal State Long Beach's English, Rhetoric and Composition Option major preparation includes ENGL 102, ENGL 180, ENGL 204, ENGL 250A, ENGL 250B and ENGL 270A, 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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