Cal State Northridge History
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Cal State Northridge lists for History transfers starts with HIST 270, HIST 271 and HIST 110; 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 History

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Major Requirements

Cal State Northridge History Major Preparation

The courses Cal State Northridge lists as History 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

HIST 270 The United States to 1865
HIST 271 The United States since 1865

Complete 1 of these

HIST 110 World History to 1500
HIST 150 Western CivilIzation to 1500

Complete 1 of these

HIST 111 World History Since 1500
HIST 151 Western Civilization since 1500

Complete 1 of these

AFRS 171 History of African Civilizations
HIST 161 The History of Latin America from Pre-Columbian Times to Today
HIST 185 Middle East from 600CE to the Present
HIST 191 History of Eastern Civilization I
HIST 192 History of Modern East Asia

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

Cal State Northridge's History major preparation includes HIST 270, HIST 271, HIST 110, HIST 150, HIST 111 and HIST 151, 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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