Cal State San Bernardino Visual Art Studies
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State San Bernardino lists for Visual Art Studies transfers starts with ART 1120, ART 1130 and ART 1140; 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.
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Major Requirements
Cal State San Bernardino Visual Art Studies Major Preparation
The courses Cal State San Bernardino lists as Visual Art Studies 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.
Foundation courses
Complete 3 of these
- ART 1120 2D Foundation: Line, Color and Composition
- ART 1130 3D Foundation: Form, Space & Time
- ART 1140 Creative Technology for Artists
- ART 1150 Language of Art
- ART 1160 Introduction to Drawing and Life Drawing
Beginning courses
Complete 2 of these
- ART 2240 Beginning Imaging and Illustration
- ART 2260 Beginning Photography
- ART 2290 Beginning Painting
- ART 2320 Beginning Ceramics
- ART 2330 Beginning Glass
- ART 2350 Beginning Sculpture
Art history
Complete 2 of these
- AH 1103 Art History Methodologies 1
- AH 1104 Art History Methodologies 2
- AH 1120 Globalization, Art, and Visual Culture
- AH 1221 Art History Foundations 1
- AH 1222 Art History Foundations 2
- Art History Alternate Course Options
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State San Bernardino have a Visual Art Studies major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State San Bernardino offers Visual Art Studies (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 Visual Art Studies?
Cal State San Bernardino's Visual Art Studies major preparation includes ART 1120, ART 1130, ART 1140, ART 1150, ART 1160 and ART 2240, 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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