Fresno State Natural Sciences, Physics Option
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Fresno State lists for Natural Sciences, Physics Option transfers starts with EES 1, MATH 75 and PSCI 21; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
Fresno State Natural Sciences, Physics Option Major Preparation
The courses Fresno State lists as Natural Sciences, Physics Option 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
- EES 1 Natural Disasters and Earth Resources
- MATH 75 Calculus I
- PSCI 21 Elementary Astronomy
Courses listed
- BIOL 1A Introductory Biology
- BIOL 1B Introductory Biology
- BIOL 1BL Introductory Biology Laboratory
Courses listed
- CHEM 1A General Chemistry 1A
- CHEM 1B General Chemistry 1B
Physics requirement
Complete all of these
- MATH 76 Calculus II
- MATH 77 Calculus III
- MATH 81 Elementary Differential Equations with Linear Algebra
- PHYS 4A Mechanics and Wave Motion
- PHYS 4AL Laboratory in Mechanics and Wave Motion
- PHYS 4B Electricity, Magnetism, and Heat
- PHYS 4BL Laboratory in Electricity, Magnetism, and Heat
- PHYS 4C Light and Modern Physics
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)
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fresno State have a Natural Sciences, Physics Option major for transfer students?
Yes. Fresno State offers Natural Sciences, Physics Option (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Fresno State for Natural Sciences, Physics Option?
Fresno State's Natural Sciences, Physics Option major preparation includes EES 1, MATH 75, PSCI 21, BIOL 1A, BIOL 1B and BIOL 1BL, 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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