Chico State Multicultural and Gender Studies, Women's Studies Option
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Chico State lists for Multicultural and Gender Studies, Women's Studies Option transfers starts with MCGS 155, WMST 170 and CMST 234; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
Chico State Multicultural and Gender Studies, Women's Studies Option Major Preparation
The courses Chico State lists as Multicultural and Gender Studies, Women's Studies 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
- MCGS 155 Introduction to Intersectional Ethnic Studies
- WMST 170 Introduction to Women's Studies
Complete 1 of these
- CMST 234 Gender Communication
- ENGL 261W Women Writers
- MCGS 140 Learning from Men of Color in Leadership
- MCGS 145 Learning from Women of Color in Leadership
- WMST 230 Women in Contemporary Societies
- WMST 233 Women Internationally
Complete 1 of these
- AAST 152 Introduction to the Asian American Experience
- AFAM 170 Introduction to Black/African American Studies
- AIST 170 Introduction to American Indian Studies/US Native American Studies
- CHLX 157 Introduction to Latinx
Complete 1 of these
- CMST 235 Intercultural Communication
- ENGL 264W American Ethnic and Regional Writers
- MCGS 224 Religion and Ethnic Diversity in America
- MUSC 291 American Music: Its History and International Influence
- SWRK 200 Diversity and Social Justice
Complete 1 of these
- CHLX 203 Latinx Film: Representation, Resistance, and Disruption
- MCGS 240 Food Justice
Lower division option requirements
Complete 1 of these
- WMST 211 Gender & Sexuality in Media
- WMST 230 Women in Contemporary Societies
- WMST 233 Women Internationally
- WMST 275 Women and Religion
Complete 1 of these
- WMST 230 Women in Contemporary Societies
- WMST 233 Women Internationally
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Chico State have a Multicultural and Gender Studies, Women's Studies Option major for transfer students?
Yes. Chico State offers Multicultural and Gender Studies, Women's Studies 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 Multicultural and Gender Studies, Women's Studies Option?
Chico State's Multicultural and Gender Studies, Women's Studies Option major preparation includes MCGS 155, WMST 170, CMST 234, ENGL 261W, MCGS 140 and MCGS 145, 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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