San Diego State University Music, Performance Specialization
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation San Diego State University lists for Music, Performance Specialization transfers starts with MUSIC 105, MUSIC 106A and MUSIC 106B; 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 Music, Performance Specialization

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Major Requirements

San Diego State University Music, Performance Specialization Major Preparation

The courses San Diego State University lists as Music, Performance Specialization 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

MUSIC 105 Introduction to Elements of Music
MUSIC 106A Aural Musicianship I
MUSIC 106B Aural Musicianship II
MUSIC 110A Piano - Elementary Class Instruction
MUSIC 110B Piano - Elementary Class Instruction
MUSIC 151 Introduction to Music
MUSIC 205A Comprehensive Musicianship
MUSIC 205B Comprehensive Musicianship
MUSIC 206A Aural Musicianship III
MUSIC 206B Aural Musicianship IV
MUSIC 210A Piano - Elementary Class Instruction
MUSIC 210B Piano - Elementary Class Instruction

Complete 6 units from these

MUSIC 170 SDSU University Choir
MUSIC 174 Concert Band
MUSIC 175 Marching Band
MUSIC 176 Wind Symphony
MUSIC 177 Symphonic Band
MUSIC 180 Symphony Orchestra
MUSIC 183 Opera Workshop
MUSIC 184 Opera Theatre
MUSIC 185 SDSU Treble Choir
MUSIC 186 SDSU Chamber Choir
MUSIC 189 Jazz Ensemble

Complete 12 units from these

MUSIC 251A Performance Studies - Keyboard
MUSIC 251B Performance Studies - Voice
MUSIC 251C Performance Studies - Woodwinds
MUSIC 251D Performance Studies - Brass
MUSIC 251E Performance Studies - Percussion
MUSIC 251F Performance Studies - Strings
MUSIC 251G Performance Studies - Classical Guitar

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Diego State University have a Music, Performance Specialization major for transfer students?

Yes. San Diego State University offers Music, Performance Specialization and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to San Diego State University for Music, Performance Specialization?

San Diego State University's Music, Performance Specialization major preparation includes MUSIC 105, MUSIC 106A, MUSIC 106B, MUSIC 110A, MUSIC 110B and MUSIC 151, 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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