Chico State Natural Sciences, Science Education Option
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation Chico State lists for Natural Sciences, Science Education Option transfers starts with BIOL 162, EDTE 255 and MATH 118; 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 Natural Sciences, Science Education Option

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    Major Requirements

    Chico State Natural Sciences, Science Education Option Major Preparation

    The courses Chico State lists as Natural Sciences, Science Education 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 major requirements

    Courses listed

    • BIOL 162 Principles of Cellular and Molecular Biology
    • EDTE 255 Introduction to Democratic Perspectives in K-12 Teaching
    • MATH 118 Trigonometry
    • PHYS 202A General Physics I
    • SCED 141 Concepts in the Physical Sciences
    • SCED 142 Concepts in Life Science

    Complete 1 of these

    • CHEM 107 General Chemistry for Applied Sciences
    • CHEM 111 General Chemistry I

    Complete 2 of these

    • ERTH 102 Physical Geology
    • ERTH 170 Atmospheric Science
    • ERTH 265 Soils and Surficial Processes

    Lower division option requirements

    Required

    • SCED 140 Teaching Science in a Museum Setting

    Complete 1 of these

    • PHYS 202B General Physics II

    Complete 1 of these

    • BIOL 161 Principles of Ecological, Evolutionary, and Organismal Biology

    Complete 1 of these

    • SCED 143 Explore Teaching Science in Outdoor Settings

    Complete 1 of these

    • BIOL 103 Human Anatomy
    • CHEM 112 General Chemistry II
    Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, Chico State's own Natural Sciences, Science Education Option requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Chico State have a Natural Sciences, Science Education Option major for transfer students?

    Yes. Chico State offers Natural Sciences, Science Education Option (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to Chico State for Natural Sciences, Science Education Option?

    Chico State's Natural Sciences, Science Education Option major preparation includes BIOL 162, EDTE 255, MATH 118, PHYS 202A, SCED 141 and SCED 142, 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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