San Francisco State University Dance
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation San Francisco State University lists for Dance transfers starts with DANC 123, DANC 170 and DANC 232.

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

115

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Dance

Your community college

Which classes count at your community college?

Pick your college to see its class for each SFSU requirement.

Major Requirements

San Francisco State University Dance Major Preparation

The courses San Francisco State University lists as Dance 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.

Core requirements

Complete all of these

DANC 123 Music Fundamentals for Theatre and Dance Artists
DANC 170 Integrated Dance Technique I
DANC 232 Dance Composition: Choreography I

Also listed by SFSU

SFSU lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.

Lower division core plus additional electives

11 units from these

DANC 160 African-Haitian Dance I
DANC 207 Dance in Cultural Context
DANC 208 Cultural History of Dance
DANC 236 Folklore of Dance: African-Haitian
DANC 263 Ballet II
DANC 275 Modern Dance II
DANC 276 Modern Jazz Dance II
DANC 278 Afro-Fusion Dance Technique I/II

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

San Francisco State University's Dance major preparation includes DANC 123, DANC 170 and DANC 232. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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