San Jose State University Meteorology
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

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

    96 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with SJSU for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

    96
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Meteorology

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    Major Requirements

    San Jose State University Meteorology Major Preparation

    The courses San Jose State University lists as Meteorology 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
    • 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

    • METR 10 Weather and Climate
    • METR 50 AI-Powered Programming for Science and Society I
    • METR 51 AI-Powered Programming for Science and Society II
    • METR 60 Meteorology and Climate Science I
    • METR 61 Meteorology and Climate Science II

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Yes. San Jose State University offers Meteorology (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 Meteorology?

    San Jose State University's Meteorology major preparation includes ENGL 1B, ENGL 2, CHEM 1A, MATH 30, MATH 31 and MATH 32, 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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