Fresno State Geography
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Fresno State lists for Geography transfers starts with GEOG 2, GEOG 4 and GEOG 5; 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.

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Geography

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Major Requirements

Fresno State Geography Major Preparation

The courses Fresno State lists as Geography 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

Complete all of these

GEOG 2 Introduction to Cultural Geography
GEOG 4 World Geography
GEOG 5 Introduction to Weather and Climate
GEOG 7 Physical Geography: The Earth's Surface

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)

Also listed by Fresno State

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

Additional elective courses

1 of these

GEOG 25 Critical Thinking in Geography
CRP 80 Introduction to Cities and Urban Planning

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Fresno State have a Geography major for transfer students?

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

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

Fresno State's Geography major preparation includes GEOG 2, GEOG 4, GEOG 5, GEOG 7 and PLSI 2. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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