Cal State Northridge Interdisciplinary Studies
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State Northridge lists for Interdisciplinary Studies transfers starts with INDS 250, SOM 120 and AAS 100; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
Cal State Northridge Interdisciplinary Studies Major Preparation
The courses Cal State Northridge lists as Interdisciplinary Studies 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
Required
- INDS 250 Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies
Quantitative approaches to complex problems
Required
- SOM 120 Basic Business Statistics
Cultural approaches to interdisciplinarity
Complete 1 of these
- AAS 100 Introduction to Asian American Studies
- AIS 222 Gender, Sexuality, and American Indian Communities
- GWS 222 Gender, Sexuality, and American Indian Communities
- CAS 100 Introduction to Central American Studies
- CH S 202 Race, Racism, and Critical Thinking
- FLIT 150 Gateways to Western Civilization: Greece and Rome
- JS 100 Jewish Religion and Culture
- LING 250 Language(s) in California
- RS 256 American Religious History and Ideals
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State Northridge have an Interdisciplinary Studies major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State Northridge offers Interdisciplinary Studies (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 Interdisciplinary Studies?
Cal State Northridge's Interdisciplinary Studies major preparation includes INDS 250, SOM 120, AAS 100, AIS 222, GWS 222 and CAS 100, 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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