Cal State Northridge Chemistry
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Cal State Northridge lists for Chemistry transfers starts with CHEM 101, CHEM 101L and CHEM 101D; the full list is below.

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

115

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Chemistry

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Major Requirements

Cal State Northridge Chemistry Major Preparation

The courses Cal State Northridge lists as Chemistry major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are CSUN's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

Lower division major preparation courses

Complete all of these

CHEM 101 General Chemistry I
CHEM 101L General Chemistry I Laboratory
CHEM 101D Problem Solving in General Chemistry I
CHEM 102 General Chemistry II
CHEM 102L General Chemistry II Laboratory
CHEM 102D Problem Solving in General Chemisty II
MATH 150A Calculus I
MATH 150B Calculus II
MATH 250 Calculus III
MATH 280 Applied Differential Equations
PHYS 225 Physics I: Mechanics and Waves
PHYS 220AL Mechanics Laboratory
PHYS 226 Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism and Optics
PHYS 220BL Electricity and Magnetism Laboratory

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cal State Northridge have a Chemistry major for transfer students?

Yes. Cal State Northridge offers Chemistry (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State Northridge for Chemistry?

Cal State Northridge's Chemistry major preparation includes CHEM 101, CHEM 101L, CHEM 101D, CHEM 102, CHEM 102L and CHEM 102D, 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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