Achieving diversity in STEM through student support
Welcome to the Mathematics, Engineering and Science Achievement (MESA) program! MESA is a new student support program that brings together underserved students to help them achieve success and build community in STEM fields. Eligibility criteria includes:
- Majoring in a calculus-based STEM field
- Educational barriers to success (i.e. 1st gen student)
- Financial need
Three Pillars of the MESA Program
Academic Success
- Designated counselor
- Transfer support
- Scholarships
- Class clustering
- Designated tutors
- Supplies and materials
- Workshops
- University field trips
Career Readiness
- Professional conferences
- Internship support
- Industry talks and trips
- Resume assistance
- Monetary incentives for career skill building
Cohesive Community and Identity
- Designated lounge space
- On-campus social activities
- Trips and adventures
- Swag and MESA sash
- MESA pipeline