Cal State Long Beach Recreation
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Cal State Long Beach lists for Recreation transfers starts with REC 141, REC 225 and REC 201; the full list is below.

39 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with CSULB for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Recreation

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Which classes count at your community college?

Pick your college to see its class for each CSULB requirement.

Major Requirements

Cal State Long Beach Recreation Major Preparation

The courses Cal State Long Beach lists as Recreation 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

REC 141 Introduction to Leisure Services
REC 225 Programming Recreation Activities
REC 201 Teamwork and Group Dynamics
REC 210 Health and Wellness in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism

Complete 1 of these

ANTH 120 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
CDFS 211 Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children
HDEV 180 Lifespan Human Development
PSY 100 General Psychology
SOC 100 Principles of Sociology

Concentration requirements

Required

REC 168 Introduction to Travel and Tourism

Complete 1 of these

REC 245 Wilderness Water Expedition

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cal State Long Beach have a Recreation major for transfer students?

Yes. Cal State Long Beach offers Recreation (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 Recreation?

Cal State Long Beach's Recreation major preparation includes REC 141, REC 225, REC 201, REC 210, ANTH 120 and CDFS 211, 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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