San Jose State University Biological Sciences, Marine Biology
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation San Jose State University lists for Biological Sciences, Marine Biology transfers starts with ENGL 1B, ENGL 2 and CHEM 1A; 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.

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Biological Sciences, Marine Biology

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Major Requirements

San Jose State University Biological Sciences, Marine Biology Major Preparation

The courses San Jose State University lists as Biological Sciences, Marine Biology 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

CHEM 1A General Chemistry
CHEM 1B General Chemistry
CHEM 8 Organic Chemistry
CHEM 9 Organic Chemistry Lab
MATH 30 Calculus I
PHYS 2A Fundamentals of Physics

Lower division core requirements of the major

Complete all of these

BIOL 30 Principles of Biology I
BIOL 31 Principles of Biology II

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Jose State University have a Biological Sciences, Marine Biology major for transfer students?

Yes. San Jose State University offers Biological Sciences, Marine Biology (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to San Jose State University for Biological Sciences, Marine Biology?

San Jose State University's Biological Sciences, Marine Biology major preparation includes ENGL 1B, ENGL 2, CHEM 1A, CHEM 1B, CHEM 8 and CHEM 9, 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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