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    Chico State Communication Design
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation Chico State lists for Communication Design transfers starts with ANTH 283, ARTH 150 and ARTS 122; the full list is below.

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

    115
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Communication Design

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    Major Requirements

    Chico State Communication Design Major Preparation

    The courses Chico State lists as Communication Design major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are Chico State's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Lower division major requirements - pre-portfolio courses

    Courses listed

    • ANTH 283 Qualitative Research Methods
    • ARTH 150 Survey of Arts of the Americas, Oceania, and Africa
    • ARTS 122 2D Design
    • ARTS 123 3D Design
    • ARTS 125 Basic Drawing
    • MADT 102 Design Thinking
    • MADT 206 Introduction to Commercial Photography and Digital Imaging
    • MADT 222 Basic Web Design
    • MADT 283 Digital Fundamentals
    • MADT 284 Basic Graphic Design
    • MADT 285 Graphic Design Portfolio Review
    • MATH 105 Introduction to Statistics

    Complete 1 of these

    • ARTH 120 Art History Survey: Renaissance to 1800
    • ARTH 130 Art History Survey: 1800 to the Present
    Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, Chico State's own Communication Design requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Chico State have a Communication Design major for transfer students?

    Yes. Chico State offers Communication Design and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to Chico State for Communication Design?

    Chico State's Communication Design major preparation includes ANTH 283, ARTH 150, ARTS 122, ARTS 123, ARTS 125 and MADT 102, 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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