Cal State San Marcos Applied Physics, General Option
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Cal State San Marcos lists for Applied Physics, General Option transfers starts with PHYS 201, PHYS 202 and PHYS 203; the full list is below.

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

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California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Applied Physics, General Option

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Major Requirements

Cal State San Marcos Applied Physics, General Option Major Preparation

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

Lower-division physics courses

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PHYS 201 Physics of Mechanics and Sound
PHYS 202 Physics of Electromagnetism and Optics
PHYS 203 Modern Physics
PHYS 270 Introduction to Computational Physics
PHYS 280 Introduction to Electronics

Non-physics supporting courses

Complete all of these

CHEM 150 General Chemistry
CHEM 150L General Chemistry Laboratory
CS 111 Computer Science I
MATH 160 Calculus with Applications, I
MATH 162 Calculus with Applications, II
MATH 260 Calculus with Applications, III

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cal State San Marcos have an Applied Physics, General Option major for transfer students?

Yes. Cal State San Marcos offers Applied Physics, General Option (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State San Marcos for Applied Physics, General Option?

Cal State San Marcos's Applied Physics, General Option major preparation includes PHYS 201, PHYS 202, PHYS 203, PHYS 270, PHYS 280 and CHEM 150, 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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