Sonoma State Dance
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Sonoma State lists for Dance transfers starts with DANC 210, DANC 271 and DANC 211; 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 Dance

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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 Dance Major Preparation

The courses Sonoma State lists as Dance 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

Courses listed

DANC 210 Dance for Everyone
DANC 271 Global Perspectives in Dance
DANC 211 Beginning Dance Forms
DANC 240 Choreography I
THAR 143 Stagecraft

Complete 2 units from these

DANC 115A Dance Styles(Hip Hop)
DANC 115B Dance Styles(Ballet)
DANC 115C Dance Styles(Jazz)
DANC 115D Dance Styles(African)

Complete 1 of these

THAR 144C Costumes
THAR 144L Lighting
THAR 144S Scenery

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

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sonoma State have a Dance major for transfer students?

Yes. Sonoma State offers Dance (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to Sonoma State for Dance?

Sonoma State's Dance major preparation includes DANC 210, DANC 271, DANC 211, DANC 240, THAR 143 and DANC 115A, 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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