MESA
Program Overview
Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) offers academic and professional support services to qualifying students who intend to: transfer to four-year universities, in pursuit of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) majors, join a STEM focused certification program, or join the STEM workforce.
MESA aims to diversify the STEM workforce and prepare a new generation of STEM leaders by addressing the challenges historically underrepresented students face in their educational and career development.
MESA ensures educational excellence and equity through a partnership of higher education, school districts, industry and business, government, community organizations, families and alumni.
MESA Resources & Benefits
MESA offers a friendly and comfortable space where students gather to study and engage in STEM. Members of MESA receive a unique combination of enrichment activities, academic support, industry involvement and an encouraging community environment.
MESA students have access to a dedicated student center (located in Eller-Fox 3016), where they can gather to study, meet with tutors, make new friends and engage in science. At the MESA center, students have access to computers, whiteboards, a refrigerator and microwave, and copies of the latest STEM textbooks. MESA students will also find noteworthy science news and internship opportunities posted at the center.
MESA provides college application workshops, visits to four-year institutions, and development and review of your personal statement to ensure successful transfer to universities.
Students work closely with the MESA team to create an educational plan that breaks down the necessary courses needed each quarter to meet pre-requirements for their intended major.