Fresno State French
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation Fresno State lists for French transfers starts with FREN 1A, FREN 1B and FREN 2A; the full list is below.

    99 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with Fresno State for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

    99
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for French

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    Major Requirements

    Fresno State French Major Preparation

    The courses Fresno State lists as French major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are Fresno State's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Lower division major requirements

    Courses listed

    • FREN 1A Elementary French
    • FREN 1B Elementary French

    Complete 2 of these

    • FREN 2A French for Communication
    • FREN 2B French for Communication
    • FREN 4 Reading and Writing
    • FREN 5 Conversation

    Other degree requirements

    Complete all of these

    • PLSI 2 American Government and Institutions
    • Arts/Humanities (A/H)
    • Lifelong-Understanding and Self-Development (L/S)
    • Multicultural/International (M/I)
    Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, Fresno State's own French requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Fresno State have a French major for transfer students?

    Yes. Fresno State offers French (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to Fresno State for French?

    Fresno State's French major preparation includes FREN 1A, FREN 1B, FREN 2A, FREN 2B, FREN 4 and FREN 5, 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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