San Diego State University Computer Engineering
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation San Diego State University lists for Computer Engineering transfers starts with COMPE 160, COMPE 260 and COMPE 270; the full list is below.

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

    115
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Computer Engineering

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    Major Requirements

    San Diego State University Computer Engineering Major Preparation

    The courses San Diego State University lists as Computer Engineering major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are SDSU's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Preparation for the major

    Complete all of these

    • COMPE 160 Introduction to Computer Programming
    • COMPE 260 Data Structures and Object-Oriented Programming
    • COMPE 270 Digital Systems
    • COMPE 271 Computer Organization
    • E E 200 Analytical Methods for Electrical Engineers
    • E E 210 Circuit Analysis I

    Complete 1 of these

    • BIOL 100 General Biology
    • BIOL 101 World of Animals

    Complete all of these

    • MATH 150 Calculus I
    • MATH 151 Calculus II
    • MATH 245 Discrete Mathematics
    • MATH 254 Introduction to Linear Algebra

    Complete 1 of these

    • PHYS 195 Principles of Physics
    • PHYS 195 Principles of Physics and PHYS 195L Principles of Physics Laboratory

    Complete 1 of these

    • PHYS 196 Principles of Physics and PHYS 196L Principles of Physics Laboratory

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does San Diego State University have a Computer Engineering major for transfer students?

    Yes. San Diego State University offers Computer Engineering (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to San Diego State University for Computer Engineering?

    San Diego State University's Computer Engineering major preparation includes COMPE 160, COMPE 260, COMPE 270, COMPE 271, E E 200 and E E 210, 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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