Sacramento State Music, Theory/Composition
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Sacramento State lists for Music, Theory/Composition transfers starts with MUSC 3, MUSC 9 and MUSC 10A; 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 Music, Theory/Composition

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Major Requirements

Sacramento State Music, Theory/Composition Major Preparation

The courses Sacramento State lists as Music, Theory/Composition 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

MUSC 3 MIDI Sequencing and Notation
MUSC 9 Music in World Cultures
MUSC 10A Survey of Music Literature I
MUSC 10B Survey of Music Literature II
MUSC 10C Survey of Music Literature III
MUSC 11A Music Theory I
MUSC 11B Music Theory II
MUSC 11C Music Theory III
MUSC 12A Musicianship I
MUSC 12B Musicianship II
MUSC 12C Musicianship III
MUSC 14D Basic Piano for Majors

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sacramento State have a Music, Theory/Composition major for transfer students?

Yes. Sacramento State offers Music, Theory/Composition and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to Sacramento State for Music, Theory/Composition?

Sacramento State's Music, Theory/Composition major preparation includes MUSC 3, MUSC 9, MUSC 10A, MUSC 10B, MUSC 10C and MUSC 11A, 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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