Sacramento State History
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Sacramento State lists for History transfers starts with HIST 17A, HIST 17B and HIST 50; the full list is below.

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

114

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for History

Your community college

Which classes count at your community college?

Pick your college to see its class for each Sac State requirement.

Major Requirements

Sacramento State History Major Preparation

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

Lower division major preparation courses

Complete all of these

HIST 17A United States History, 1607-1877
HIST 17B United States History, 1877-Present
HIST 50 World History I: to 1500
HIST 51 World History from 1500 to the Present

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sacramento State have a History major for transfer students?

Yes. Sacramento State offers History and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to Sacramento State for History?

Sacramento State's History major preparation includes HIST 17A, HIST 17B, HIST 50 and HIST 51. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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