Sacramento State Physics, Biophysics
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Sacramento State lists for Physics, Biophysics transfers starts with BIO 1, BIO 2 and CHEM 1A; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
Sacramento State Physics, Biophysics Major Preparation
The courses Sacramento State lists as Physics, Biophysics 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
- BIO 1 Biodiversity, Evolution and Ecology
- BIO 2 Cells, Molecules and Genes
- CHEM 1A General Chemistry I
- CHEM 1B General Chemistry II
- MATH 30 Calculus I
- MATH 31 Calculus II
- MATH 32 Calculus III
- MATH 45 Differential Equations for Science and Engineering
- PHYS 11A General Physics: Mechanics
- PHYS 11B General Physics: Heat, Light, Sound, Modern Physics
- PHYS 11C General Physics: Electricity and Magnetism
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sacramento State have a Physics, Biophysics major for transfer students?
Yes. Sacramento State offers Physics, Biophysics and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Sacramento State for Physics, Biophysics?
Sacramento State's Physics, Biophysics major preparation includes BIO 1, BIO 2, CHEM 1A, CHEM 1B, MATH 30 and MATH 31, 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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