San Francisco State University Earth Sciences
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation San Francisco State University lists for Earth Sciences transfers starts with ERTH 112, ERTH 162 and ERTH 172; 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 Earth Sciences

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Major Requirements

San Francisco State University Earth Sciences Major Preparation

The courses San Francisco State University lists as Earth Sciences 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.

Earth sciences foundation

Complete 3 of these

ERTH 112 Our Dynamic Earth Lecture and Lab
ERTH 162 Introduction to Weather and Climate
ERTH 172 Oceans & Climate Lecture and Lab
ERTH 240 Environmental Water Resources

Basic science and math foundation

Required

MATH 226 Calculus I

Complete 1 of these

CHEM 115 General Chemistry I: Essential Concepts of Chemistry
CHEM 180 Chemistry for Energy and the Environment

Complete 1 of these

PHYS 111 General Physics I and PHYS 112 General Physics I Laboratory
PHYS 220 General Physics with Calculus I and PHYS 222 General Physics with Calculus I Laboratory

Methods course

Complete 1 of these

ERTH 205 Techniques in Earth Sciences

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Francisco State University have an Earth Sciences major for transfer students?

Yes. San Francisco State University offers Earth Sciences (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 Earth Sciences?

San Francisco State University's Earth Sciences major preparation includes ERTH 112, ERTH 162, ERTH 172, ERTH 240, MATH 226 and CHEM 115, 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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