Sonoma State Computer Science
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Sonoma State lists for Computer Science transfers starts with CS 115, CS 210 and CS 215; the full list is below.

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

115

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Computer Science

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Which classes count at your community college?

Pick your college to see its class for each Sonoma State requirement.

Major Requirements

Sonoma State Computer Science Major Preparation

The courses Sonoma State lists as Computer Science major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are Sonoma State's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

Lower division major requirements

Complete all of these

CS 115 Programming I
CS 210 Introduction to UNIX
CS 215 Programming II
CS 242 Discrete Structures for CS
CS 252 Intro to Computer Organization

Support courses

Required

MATH 161 Differential & Integral Calc I

Complete 2 of these

MATH 165 Elementary Applied Statistics
MATH 211 Differential & Integral Calc II
MATH 222 Elementary Applied Linear Algebra
MATH 241 Linear Algebra with Applications in Differential Equations
PHYS 214 Introduction to Physics II

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sonoma State have a Computer Science major for transfer students?

Yes. Sonoma State offers Computer Science (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to Sonoma State for Computer Science?

Sonoma State's Computer Science major preparation includes CS 115, CS 210, CS 215, CS 242, CS 252 and MATH 161, 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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