San Jose State University Art, Concentration in Photography
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation San Jose State University lists for Art, Concentration in Photography transfers starts with ENGL 1B, ENGL 2 and ART 12; the full list is below.

    99 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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    Major Requirements

    San Jose State University Art, Concentration in Photography Major Preparation

    The courses San Jose State University lists as Art, Concentration in Photography 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 all of these

    • ART 12 Two-Dimensional Design and Color Concepts
    • ART 13 Three-Dimensional Design Concepts
    • ART 24 Drawing I
    • ART 74 Introduction to Digital Media
    • PHOT 40 Beginning Photography

    Complete 1 of these

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

    Digital media art

    Required

    • ART 75 Introduction to Digital Video Art

    Pictorial arts

    Complete all of these

    • ART 26 Drawing II
    • ART 61 Beginning Painting

    Spatial art

    Required

    • ART 46 Introduction to Ceramics

    FAQ

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    Does San Jose State University have an Art, Concentration in Photography major for transfer students?

    Yes. San Jose State University offers Art, Concentration in Photography and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to San Jose State University for Art, Concentration in Photography?

    San Jose State University's Art, Concentration in Photography major preparation includes ENGL 1B, ENGL 2, ART 12, ART 13, ART 24 and ART 74, 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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