San Jose State University Chemistry
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation San Jose State University lists for Chemistry transfers starts with ENGL 1B, ENGL 2 and MATH 30; the full list is below.

97 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 Chemistry

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Major Requirements

San Jose State University Chemistry Major Preparation

The courses San Jose State University lists as Chemistry 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

MATH 30 Calculus I
MATH 31 Calculus II
MATH 32 Calculus III
PHYS 50 General Physics I: Mechanics
PHYS 51 General Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism
PHYS 52 General Physics III: Waves, Light, Heat

Lower division core requirements of the major

Complete all of these

CHEM 1A General Chemistry
CHEM 1B General Chemistry
CHEM 55 Quantitative Analysis
CHEM 55L Quantitative Analysis Lab
CHEM 112A Organic Chemistry
CHEM 112B Organic Chemistry
CHEM 113A Organic Chemistry Lab

Also listed by SJSU

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

Science electives

5 units from these

MATH 33LA Differential Equations and Linear Algebra
MATH 39 Linear Algebra I
MATH 33A Ordinary Differential Equations for SCI & ENGR

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Jose State University have a Chemistry major for transfer students?

Yes. San Jose State University offers Chemistry (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 Chemistry?

San Jose State University's Chemistry major preparation includes ENGL 1B, ENGL 2, MATH 30, MATH 31, MATH 32 and PHYS 50, 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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