Cal State Northridge Geographic Information Science
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State Northridge lists for Geographic Information Science transfers starts with GEOG 101A, GEOG 101AL and GEOG 103A; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
Cal State Northridge Geographic Information Science Major Preparation
The courses Cal State Northridge lists as Geographic Information Science 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 1 of these
- GEOG 101A The Physical Environment and GEOG 101AL The Physical Environmental Lab
- GEOG 103A Weather and GEOG 103AL Weather Lab
Complete 1 of these
- GEOG 107 People, Places, and Landscapes
- GEOG 112 Climate Change and GEOG 112L Climate Change Lab
- GEOG 150 World Geography: People, Places, and Globalization
- GEOG 170 Water Resources of California
Also listed by CSUN
CSUN lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Additional major preparation courses
- GEOG 206 Introduction to Geographical Information Science
- GEOG 206L Introduction to Geographical Information Science Lab
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State Northridge have a Geographic Information Science major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State Northridge offers Geographic Information Science (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 Geographic Information Science?
Cal State Northridge's Geographic Information Science major preparation includes GEOG 101A, GEOG 101AL, GEOG 103A, GEOG 103AL, GEOG 107 and GEOG 112, 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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