Chico State Political Science, Legal Studies Option
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Chico State lists for Political Science, Legal Studies Option transfers starts with LEGL 112, POLS 101 and INTR 141; 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 Political Science, Legal Studies Option

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Major Requirements

Chico State Political Science, Legal Studies Option Major Preparation

The courses Chico State lists as Political Science, Legal 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

Complete 1 of these

LEGL 112 Law, Politics, and Justice
POLS 101 Vital Political Problems

Complete 1 of these

INTR 141 Introduction to International Relations
INTR 142 Introduction to Comparative Politics

Complete 1 of these

CRIM 250 Introduction to Criminal Justice
PADM 260 Introduction to Public Administration

Lower division option requirements

Required

LEGL 251 Introduction to Legal Studies

Complete 1 of these

LEGL 258 Criminal Law

Also listed by Chico State

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

Recommended general education courses

1 of these

MATH 105 Introduction to Statistics
MATH 185 Data Analytics for Social Good

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Chico State have a Political Science, Legal Studies Option major for transfer students?

Yes. Chico State offers Political Science, Legal 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 Political Science, Legal Studies Option?

Chico State's Political Science, Legal Studies Option major preparation includes LEGL 112, POLS 101, INTR 141, INTR 142, CRIM 250 and PADM 260, 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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