San Diego State University Microbiology
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation San Diego State University lists for Microbiology transfers starts with BIOL 215, CHEM 200 and CHEM 201; 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 Microbiology

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    Major Requirements

    San Diego State University Microbiology Major Preparation

    The courses San Diego State University lists as Microbiology 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

    • BIOL 215 Biostatistics
    • CHEM 200 General Chemistry
    • CHEM 201 General Chemistry
    • MATH 124 Calculus for the Life Sciences

    Complete 1 of these

    • CHEM 232 Organic Chemistry and CHEM 232L Organic Chemistry Laboratory

    Complete 1 of these

    • BIOL 203 Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology and BIOL 203L Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory

    Complete 1 of these

    • BIOL 204 Principles of Organismal Biology and BIOL 204L Principles of Organismal Biology Laboratory

    Complete 1 of these

    • PHYS 180A Fundamentals of Physics and PHYS 182A Physical Measurements

    Complete 1 of these

    • PHYS 180B Fundamentals of Physics and PHYS 182B Physical Measurements

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Yes. San Diego State University offers Microbiology (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 Microbiology?

    San Diego State University's Microbiology major preparation includes BIOL 215, CHEM 200, CHEM 201, MATH 124, CHEM 232 and CHEM 232L, 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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