Sacramento State Liberal Studies
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Sacramento State lists for Liberal Studies transfers starts with COMS 5, ENGL 16 and ENGL 5; the full list is below.
115 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with Sac State for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
Sacramento State Liberal Studies Major Preparation
The courses Sacramento State lists as Liberal Studies 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.
Reading, language, and literature
Complete all of these
- COMS 5 The Communication Experience
- ENGL 16 Structure of English
- Courses approved for Second Semester Composition Graduation Requirement
- ENGL 5 Accelerated Academic Literacies
- ENGL 5M Accelerated Academic Literacies - Multilingual
Mathematics
Required
- MATH 17 An Introduction to Exploration, Conjecture, and Proof in Mathematics
Natural science
Complete all of these
- BIO 7 Introduction to the Science of Biology
- GEOL 8 Earth Science
- GEOL 8T Earth Science Lab for Teachers
Social science and humanities
Courses listed
- HIST 17A United States History, 1607-1877
- HIST 50 World History I: to 1500
- HIST 132 Topics in World History
- POLS 1 Essentials of Government
Courses listed
- ECON 1A Introduction to Macroeconomic Analysis
- HIST 187 Topics in United States History 1600-1900
Visual and performing arts
Required
- ART 133 Art Education for Children
Public health
Required
- PUBH 136 School Health Education
Human development
Required
- CHAD 35 Child and Adolescent Development
Field experience
Complete all of these
- CHAD 35F Human Development and Elementary Field Experience
- EDUC 125A/B Tutoring Children in Reading
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sacramento State have a Liberal Studies major for transfer students?
Yes. Sacramento State offers Liberal Studies and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Sacramento State for Liberal Studies?
Sacramento State's Liberal Studies major preparation includes COMS 5, ENGL 16, ENGL 5, ENGL 5M, MATH 17 and BIO 7, 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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