Chico State Liberal Studies, General Option
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Chico State lists for Liberal Studies, General Option transfers starts with HIST 101, MATH 110 and MATH 210; 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 Liberal Studies, General Option

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Major Requirements

Chico State Liberal Studies, General Option Major Preparation

The courses Chico State lists as Liberal Studies, General Option 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 core requirements

Courses listed

HIST 101 World History to 1400
MATH 110 Concepts and Structures of Mathematics
MATH 210 Concepts and Structures of Mathematics
SCED 141 Concepts in the Physical Sciences
SCED 142 Concepts in Life Science

Complete 1 of these

EDTE 255 Introduction to Democratic Perspectives in K-12 Teaching
EDTE 265 Exploration of Teaching and Learning in Diverse K-12 Settings

Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, Chico State's own Liberal Studies, General Option requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Chico State have a Liberal Studies, General Option major for transfer students?

Yes. Chico State offers Liberal Studies, General Option (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to Chico State for Liberal Studies, General Option?

Chico State's Liberal Studies, General Option major preparation includes HIST 101, MATH 110, MATH 210, SCED 141, SCED 142 and EDTE 255, 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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