San Francisco State University Physics, Concentration in Astrophysics
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation San Francisco State University lists for Physics, Concentration in Astrophysics transfers starts with MATH 226, MATH 227 and MATH 228; the full list is below.
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San Francisco State University Physics, Concentration in Astrophysics Major Preparation
The courses San Francisco State University lists as Physics, Concentration in Astrophysics 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.
Lower division requirements
Complete all of these
- MATH 226 Calculus I
- MATH 227 Calculus II
- MATH 228 Calculus III
- 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
- PHYS 240 General Physics with Calculus III
- PHYS 242 General Physics with Calculus III Laboratory
Complete 1 of these options
- MATH 245 Elementary Differential Equations and Linear Algebra
- MATH 225 Introduction to Linear Algebra · MATH 376 Ordinary Differential Equations I
Also listed by SFSU
SFSU lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Additional requirements
- MATH 209 Mathematical Computing
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does San Francisco State University have a Physics, Concentration in Astrophysics major for transfer students?
Yes. San Francisco State University offers Physics, Concentration in Astrophysics (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 Physics, Concentration in Astrophysics?
San Francisco State University's Physics, Concentration in Astrophysics major preparation includes MATH 226, MATH 227, MATH 228, PHYS 220, PHYS 222 and PHYS 230, 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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