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    San Jose State University Animation/Illustration
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation San Jose State University lists for Animation/Illustration transfers starts with ENGL 1B, ENGL 2 and ANI 11; the full list is below.

    98 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with SJSU 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 Animation/Illustration

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    Major Requirements

    San Jose State University Animation/Illustration Major Preparation

    The courses San Jose State University lists as Animation/Illustration major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are SJSU's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Second course in english composition

    Complete 1 of these

    • ENGL 1B Argument and Analysis
    • ENGL 2 Critical Thinking and Writing

    Preparation for the major

    Complete 1 of these

    • ANI 11 Illustration Fundamentals I
    • ART 24 Drawing I

    Complete 1 of these

    • TA 5 Beginning Acting
    • ARTH 72 Design in Society

    Complete 1 of these

    • ARTH 70B Art History, Renaissance to Modern
    • ARTH 70A Art History, Prehistoric to Medieval
    • ARTH 70C Arts of Asia

    Support courses

    Complete 1 of these

    • ANI 10 Light & Optics
    • ART 12 Two-Dimensional Design and Color Concepts

    Complete 1 of these

    • ANI 21 Color Principles for Screen Arts
    • ART 14 Color

    Courses listed

    • ANI 13 Drawing for Animation/Illustration I
    • ANI 15 Visual Storytelling
    • ANI 16 Drawing for Animation/Illustration II
    • ANI 31 2D Animation I
    • ANI 41 Introduction to 3D Modeling
    • ANI 61 Introduction to 3D Animation
    • ANI 71 Visual Principles
    Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, SJSU's own Animation/Illustration requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does San Jose State University have an Animation/Illustration major for transfer students?

    Yes. San Jose State University offers Animation/Illustration and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to San Jose State University for Animation/Illustration?

    San Jose State University's Animation/Illustration major preparation includes ENGL 1B, ENGL 2, ANI 11, ART 24, TA 5 and ARTH 72, 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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