Chico State Theatre Arts
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Chico State lists for Theatre Arts transfers starts with THEA 150, THEA 160 and THEA 170; 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 Theatre Arts

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Major Requirements

Chico State Theatre Arts Major Preparation

The courses Chico State lists as Theatre Arts 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

Complete all of these

THEA 150 Foundations of Drama
THEA 160 Foundations of Acting
THEA 170 Foundations of Design
THEA 180 Social Justice in Theatre
THEA 220 Stagecraft for Theatre and Film
THEA 250 Textual Analysis for Production
THEA 251 World Theatre

Practicum

Complete 8 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.

Electives

6 of these

THEA 223 Make-Up for Theatre and Film
THEA 230 Movement for Actors
THEA 240 Voice for the Actor
THEA 260 Intermediate Acting

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. Chico State offers Theatre Arts (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

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

Chico State's Theatre Arts major preparation includes THEA 150, THEA 160, THEA 170, THEA 180, THEA 220 and THEA 250, 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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