Cal State San Bernardino Physics
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Cal State San Bernardino lists for Physics transfers starts with CHEM 2100, CHEM 2100L and MATH 2310; the full list is below.

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

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Physics

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Major Requirements

Cal State San Bernardino Physics Major Preparation

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

Lower division requirements

Complete all of these

CHEM 2100 General Chemistry I
CHEM 2100L General Chemistry I Laboratory
MATH 2310 Applied Linear Algebra
PHYS 1500 Tools for Physicists
PHYS 2600L Introduction to Electronics
MATH 2210 Calculus I
MATH 2220 Calculus II
MATH 2320 Multivariable Calculus

Lower division physics sequence

Complete all of these

PHYS 2500 General Physics I
PHYS 2500L General Physics I Lab
PHYS 2510 General Physics II
PHYS 2510L General Physics II Lab
PHYS 2700 Modern Physics

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cal State San Bernardino have a Physics major for transfer students?

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

What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State San Bernardino for Physics?

Cal State San Bernardino's Physics major preparation includes CHEM 2100, CHEM 2100L, MATH 2310, PHYS 1500, PHYS 2600L and MATH 2210, 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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