San Francisco State University Computer Science
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation San Francisco State University lists for Computer Science transfers starts with MATH 225, MATH 226 and MATH 227; the full list is below.

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

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California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Computer Science

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Major Requirements

San Francisco State University Computer Science Major Preparation

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

Mathematics and physics

Complete all of these

MATH 225 Introduction to Linear Algebra
MATH 226 Calculus I
MATH 227 Calculus II
MATH 324 Probability and Statistics with Computing
PHYS 220 General Physics with Calculus I
PHYS 222 General Physics with Calculus I Laboratory
PHYS 230 General Physics with Calculus II
PHYS 232 General Physics with Calculus II Laboratory

Computer science

Complete all of these

CSC 101 Introduction to Computing
CSC 215 Intermediate Computer Programming
CSC 220 Data Structures
CSC 230 Discrete Mathematical Structures for Computer Science
CSC 256 Machine Structures

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Francisco State University have a Computer Science major for transfer students?

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

What classes do I need to transfer to San Francisco State University for Computer Science?

San Francisco State University's Computer Science major preparation includes MATH 225, MATH 226, MATH 227, MATH 324, PHYS 220 and PHYS 222, 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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