Cal State San Marcos Music
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Cal State San Marcos lists for Music transfers starts with MUSC 101, MUSC 102 and MUSC 120; 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 Music

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Major Requirements

Cal State San Marcos Music Major Preparation

The courses Cal State San Marcos lists as Music 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

Courses listed

MUSC 101 Music Theory I
MUSC 102 Music Theory II
MUSC 120 Introduction to Music
MUSC 145 Beginning Piano
MUSC 201 Theory III
MUSC 202 Theory IV
MUSC 210 Introduction to Music Technology
MUSC 220 A Survey of Western Music
MUSC 240 Vocal and Instrumental Instruction

Complete 3 of these

MUSC 194 Vocal Ensemble
MUSC 196 Jazz Ensemble
MUSC 197 University Symphonic Band

Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, CSUSM's own Music requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cal State San Marcos have a Music major for transfer students?

Yes. Cal State San Marcos offers Music (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 Music?

Cal State San Marcos's Music major preparation includes MUSC 101, MUSC 102, MUSC 120, MUSC 145, MUSC 201 and MUSC 202, 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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