Chico State Musical Theatre
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Chico State lists for Musical Theatre transfers starts with DANC 135, DANC 190 and MUSC 219; 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.

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California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Musical Theatre

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Major Requirements

Chico State Musical Theatre Major Preparation

The courses Chico State lists as Musical Theatre 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 foundation

Courses listed

DANC 135 Musical Theatre Dance
DANC 190 The Healthy Performing Artist
MUSC 219 Fundamentals of Music
THEA 150 Foundations of Drama
THEA 160 Foundations of Acting
THEA 180 Social Justice in Theatre
THEA 223 Make-Up for Theatre and Film
THEA 230 Movement for Actors
THEA 240 Voice for the Actor
THEA 260 Intermediate Acting

Complete 5 units from these

THEA 201 Theatre Rehearsal I
THEA 204 Costume Practice I
THEA 205 Scene/Light Practice I
THEA 206 Production Assistant I

Also listed by Chico State

Chico State lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.

Dance electives

12 units from these

DANC 231 Beginning Ballet
DANC 232 Beginning Tap Dance
DANC 233 Beginning Jazz Dance
DANC 234 Beginning Modern Dance
DANC 235 Beginning Hip Hop Dance

Vocal music electives

6 units from these

MUSC 110F Studio Instruction in Applied Music: Voice
MUSC 217 Beginning Voice

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

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Chico State have a Musical Theatre major for transfer students?

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

What classes do I need to transfer to Chico State for Musical Theatre?

Chico State's Musical Theatre major preparation includes DANC 135, DANC 190, MUSC 219, THEA 150, THEA 160 and THEA 180, 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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