Cal State San Marcos Child and Adolescent Development
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation Cal State San Marcos lists for Child and Adolescent Development transfers starts with PSYC 100, PSYC 210 and PSYC 215; 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 Child and Adolescent Development

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    Major Requirements

    Cal State San Marcos Child and Adolescent Development Major Preparation

    The courses Cal State San Marcos lists as Child and Adolescent Development 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.

    Preparation for the major

    Complete all of these

    • PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology
    • PSYC 210 Child Growth and Development
    • PSYC 215 Child, Family, Community
    • PSYC 220 Introductory Statistics in Psychology
    • PSYC 230 Research Methods in Psychology

    Language proficiency requirement for the major

    Required

    • Language Other Than English (intermediate)

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Cal State San Marcos have a Child and Adolescent Development major for transfer students?

    Yes. Cal State San Marcos offers Child and Adolescent Development (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State San Marcos for Child and Adolescent Development?

    Cal State San Marcos's Child and Adolescent Development major preparation includes PSYC 100, PSYC 210, PSYC 215, PSYC 220 and PSYC 230. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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