Cal State Monterey Bay Japanese Language and Culture
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation Cal State Monterey Bay lists for Japanese Language and Culture transfers starts with JAPN 101, JAPN 102 and JAPN 201; the full list is below.

    115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with CSUMB 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 Japanese Language and Culture

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    Major Requirements

    Cal State Monterey Bay Japanese Language and Culture Major Preparation

    The courses Cal State Monterey Bay lists as Japanese Language and Culture major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are CSUMB's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Preparation courses for the major

    Courses listed

    • JAPN 101 Beginning Japanese I
    • JAPN 102 Beginning Japanese II
    • JAPN 201 Intermediate Japanese I

    Courses listed

    • JAPN 211 Modern Japanese History
    • JAPN 212 Samurai Spirit
    • JAPN 213 Manga, Anime and Modern Japan
    • JAPN 215 Cool Japan Today
    Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, CSUMB's own Japanese Language and Culture requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Cal State Monterey Bay have a Japanese Language and Culture major for transfer students?

    Yes. Cal State Monterey Bay offers Japanese Language and Culture (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State Monterey Bay for Japanese Language and Culture?

    Cal State Monterey Bay's Japanese Language and Culture major preparation includes JAPN 101, JAPN 102, JAPN 201, JAPN 211, JAPN 212 and JAPN 213, 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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