San Francisco State University Latina/o Studies
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation San Francisco State University lists for Latina/o Studies transfers starts with LTNS 215, LTNS 278 and LTNS 211; 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.

    115
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Latina/o Studies

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    Major Requirements

    San Francisco State University Latina/o Studies Major Preparation

    The courses San Francisco State University lists as Latina/o Studies 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 courses

    Complete all of these

    • LTNS 215 Introduction to Latina/o Studies
    • LTNS 278 History of Latinos in the U.S.

    Complete 3 units from these

    • LTNS 211 Latina/o Families Narrative

    Complete 3 units from these

    • LTNS 276 Latina/o, U.S. Government, and Constitutional Ideals

    Complete 3 units from these

    • LTNS 110 Critical Thinking and the Rhetoric of Latinas/os/x in the 21st Century
    • LTNS 222 Latina/o Art History
    • LTNS 265 Topics in Latina/o History

    Complete 3 units from these

    • LTNS 210 Latina/Latino Health Care Perspectives
    • LTNS 211 Latina/o Families Narrative

    Also listed by SFSU

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

    Emphasis-specific electives

    3 units from these

    • LTNS 222 Latina/o Art History
    • LTNS 225 Survey of Latina/o Visual Images
    • LTNS 230 Introduction to Latina/o Literature
    • LTNS 270 Latina/o/x Murals, Memes, Music, and More: Latina/o/x Arts & Humanities

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does San Francisco State University have a Latina/o Studies major for transfer students?

    Yes. San Francisco State University offers Latina/o Studies (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 Latina/o Studies?

    San Francisco State University's Latina/o Studies major preparation includes LTNS 215, LTNS 278, LTNS 211, LTNS 276, LTNS 110 and LTNS 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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