San Jose State University Spanish
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation San Jose State University lists for Spanish transfers starts with ENGL 1B, ENGL 2 and SPAN 25A; the full list is below.

95 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 Spanish

Your community college

Which classes count at your community college?

Pick your college to see its class for each SJSU requirement.

Major Requirements

San Jose State University Spanish Major Preparation

The courses San Jose State University lists as Spanish 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

Major preparation courses

Complete 1 of these options

SPAN 25A Intermediate Spanish · SPAN 25B Intermediate Spanish
SPAN 20A Spanish for Heritage Speakers I · SPAN 20B Spanish for Heritage Speakers II

Foreign language requirement

Required

Foreign Language Requirement

Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, SJSU's own Spanish requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. San Jose State University offers Spanish (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to San Jose State University for Spanish?

San Jose State University's Spanish major preparation includes ENGL 1B, ENGL 2, SPAN 25A, SPAN 25B, SPAN 20A and SPAN 20B. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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