San Jose State University Environmental Studies
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation San Jose State University lists for Environmental Studies transfers starts with ENGL 1B, ENGL 2 and BIOL 30; 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.

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Environmental Studies

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Major Requirements

San Jose State University Environmental Studies Major Preparation

The courses San Jose State University lists as Environmental Studies 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

BIOL 30 Principles of Biology I
CHEM 1A General Chemistry
ENVS 10 Life on a Changing Planet
MATH 19 Precalculus
PHYS 2A Fundamentals of Physics
STAT 95 Elementary Statistics

Lower division core requirements of the major

Required

ENVS 1 Introduction to Environmental Issues

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does San Jose State University have an Environmental Studies major for transfer students?

Yes. San Jose State University offers Environmental Studies (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 Environmental Studies?

San Jose State University's Environmental Studies major preparation includes ENGL 1B, ENGL 2, BIOL 30, CHEM 1A, ENVS 10 and MATH 19, 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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