USC Biomedical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Engineering Emphasis
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation USC lists for Biomedical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Engineering Emphasis transfers starts with WRIT 150, WRIT 340 and MATH 125g; the full list is below.
82 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with USC for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
USC Biomedical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Engineering Emphasis Major Preparation
The courses USC lists as Biomedical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Engineering Emphasis major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are USC's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Composition/Writing Requirement
Complete all of these
- WRIT 150 Writing and Critical Reasoning–Thematic Approaches
- WRIT 340 Advanced Writing and Critical Engagement
Math Requirement
Complete all of these
- MATH 125g Calculus I
- MATH 245 Mathematics of Physics and Engineering I
Complete 1 of these
- MATH 126g Calculus II
- MATH 129 Calculus II for Engineers and Scientists
Complete 1 of these
- MATH 226g Calculus III
- MATH 229 Calculus III for Engineers and Scientists
Physics Requirement
Complete all of these
- PHYS 151Lg Fundamentals of Physics I: Mechanics, Oscillations and Waves
- PHYS 152L Fundamentals of Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism
Chemistry Requirement
Complete 1 of these
- CHEM 105aLg General Chemistry
- CHEM 115aLg Advanced General Chemistry
Complete 1 of these
- CHEM 105bL General Chemistry
- CHEM 115bL Advanced General Chemistry
Biology
Complete all of these
- BISC 220Lg General Biology: Cell Biology and Physiology
- BISC 320Lg Molecular Biology
- BISC 330L Biochemistry
Organic Chemistry
Complete all of these
- CHEM 322aL Organic Chemistry
- CHEM 322bL Organic Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
Complete all of these
- BME 101 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering
- BME 202 Control and Communication in the Nervous System
- BME 210 Biomedical Computer Simulation Methods
- BME 403L Physiological Systems
- BME 413 Bioengineering Signals and Systems
- BME 415 Regulation of Medical Products
- BME 423 Statistical and Data Science Methods in Biomedical Engineering
- BME 445aL Senior Design Project
- BME 445bL Senior Design Project
Biomedical Molecular Cellular Engineering Panel
Complete 1 of these
- BME 406 Introduction to Bioengineering in Medicine
- BME 410L Stem Cells and Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering
- BME 430 Principles and Applications of Systems Biology
- BME 459L Introduction to Nanomedicine and Drug Delivery
- CHE 489 Biochemical Engineering
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Required
- EE 202L Linear Circuits
Practicum (0 units)
Required
- ENGR 495 Practicum
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does USC have a Biomedical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Engineering Emphasis major for transfer students?
Yes. USC offers Biomedical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Engineering Emphasis and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to USC for Biomedical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Engineering Emphasis?
USC's Biomedical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Engineering Emphasis major preparation includes WRIT 150, WRIT 340, MATH 125g, MATH 245, MATH 126g and MATH 129, 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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