Cal State San Marcos Cybersecurity
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State San Marcos lists for Cybersecurity transfers starts with MATH 160, MATH 242 and MATH 270; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
Cal State San Marcos Cybersecurity Major Preparation
The courses Cal State San Marcos lists as Cybersecurity 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 major preparation courses
Complete all of these
- MATH 160 Calculus with Applications, I
- MATH 242 Introduction to Statistics
- MATH 270 Basic Discrete Mathematics
Lower division courses
Complete all of these
- CYBR 110 Networking Fundamentals
- CYBR 112 Computer Information Systems
- CYBR 210 Introduction to Cybersecurity
- CYBR 232 Introduction to Programming for Security
- CYBR 242 Linux System Fundamentals
- CYBR 262 Computer Forensics
- CYBR 272 Cyber Defense Principles
- CYBR 282 Ethical Hacking Principles
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State San Marcos have a Cybersecurity major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State San Marcos offers Cybersecurity (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 Cybersecurity?
Cal State San Marcos's Cybersecurity major preparation includes MATH 160, MATH 242, MATH 270, CYBR 110, CYBR 112 and CYBR 210, 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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