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​​MESA Eligibility

  • Must be a science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) major requiring calculus

  • Enrolled as a full-time student

  • Intend to transfer to a 4-year college​

  • ​Enrolled in Math 162​ (trig) or higher semester after apply to MESA

  • 2.4 or higher GPA

  • Plus one of the following:

  • Started college in Elementary Algebra or lower

  •  Neither parent earned a bachelor's degree or higher in any country 

​​Economically Disadvantage Criteria

(Students must meet one or more)

  • Eligible for EOPS

  • Receiving ​California Promise Grant (formerly Board of Governors Fee Waiver)

  • Receiving Financial Aid​​

  • Work-Study Eligible

  • TRIO Programs Participant​

For additional information regarding MESA eligibility and/or application filing periods please contact MESA at (714) 564-6373 or drop by L-206.

MESA Co​​​mponents​

  • MESA components are structured to build an academically-based peer community to provide mutual student support and motivation. This community of learners is what sets MESA apart from other programs. ​

  • Student Study Center - multipurpose room where students study, workshops are conducted, and meetings take place.

  • Academic Excellence Workshops - students are scheduled in the same core math and science classes and are instructed how to develop and maintain high academics through group study.

  •  Orientation Courses - introductory course highlighting academic and social adjustments to college as a MESA major.  Program goals and expectations are outlined with participating students.

  •  University Transfer Assistance - field trips to universities, admissions applications workshops, financial aid, and academic advisement.

  •  Career Advising - introduction of career opportunities and information related to science majors (i.e., summer internships, lecture series).

  •  Links with Student/Professional Organizations - mentors, guest speakers, and industry opportunities are provided. Student organizations are highly encouraged as part of a MESA student's active participation and they include 1) SHPE/MAES Club and 2) Premedical Students Association.

  • Professional Development Workshop Workshops - workshops are offered to students each semester in order to increase awareness of careers in the sciences and improving study skills.

  • Industry Advisory Board - relationship establishments between students and the industry leaders.  The board provides scholarships, strategic planning, summer internships, field trips and other students services resources.

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MESA Components
 
The MESA components are structured to build an academically-based peer community to provide mutual student support and motivation.
  
This community of learners is what sets MESA apart from other programs.
 
  • Student Study Center - multipurpose room where students study, workshops are conducted, and meetings take place.
  •  
  • Academic Excellence Workshops - students are scheduled in the same core math and science classes and are instructed how to develop and maintain high academics through group study.
  •  
  •  Orientation Courses - introductory course highlighting academic and social adjustments to college as a MESA major.  Program goals and expectations are outlined with participating students.
  •  
  •  University Transfer Assistance - field trips to universities, admissions applications workshops, financial aid, and academic advisement.
  •  
  •  Career Advising - introduction of career opportunities and information related to science majors (i.e., summer internships, lecture series).
  •  
  •  Links with Student/Professional Organizations - mentors, guest speakers, and industry opportunities are provided. Student organizations are highly encouraged as part of a MESA student's active participation and they include 1) SHPE/MAES Club and 2) Premedical Students Association.
  •  
  • Professional Development Workshop Workshops - workshops are offered to students each semester in order to increase awareness of careers in the sciences and improving study skills.
  •  
  • Industry Advisory Board - relationship establishments between students and the industry leaders.  The board provides scholarships, strategic planning, summer internships, field trips and other students services resources.

 

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