Math Engineering Science Achievement

WELCOME TO THE MESA PROGRAM AT FULLERTON COLLEGE!

MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) is an academic support and professional development program for students working toward calculus-based science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) degrees.

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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Be a first-generation student (parents or guardians do not have a bachelor’s degree or higher in any country) and you have no prior bachelor’s degree.

Receive need-based financial aid (e.g., Pell grant, Cal grant, CA Promise grant, CA Dream Act, Federal Work Study, Cal Fresh, GI Bill, etc.).

Be a STEM major or plan to be declaring a STEM major.

Currently enrolled or will enroll in a calculus course.

Intend to transfer to a four-year university/college.

Be U.S. citizen, resident or AB 540/DACA recipient.

Have a GPA of 2.8 or higher.

Enroll in 6 units or more per semester (fall and spring) with at least one STEM course.

Plan on enrolling at Fullerton College for at least one more academic year.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

As a MESA student, you must complete the following program requirements:

Attend the MESA program orientation.

Be an active member of MESA by participating in MESA activities/workshops.

Attend a minimum of 3 Academic Excellence Workshops (AEWs) per semester.

Submit a MESA Student Education Plan.

Meet with the MESA Counselor at least once each fall and spring semester.

Apply to at least one scholarship or summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)/Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) per year.

If you are unsure about your eligibility, we encourage you to submit an interest form. We will review your application, determine your eligibility, and contact you via email.

Benefits and Services

Discover MESA’s comprehensive tutoring, workshops, and support designed for STEM success.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers about our programs and how we support STEM students.

Learn about us

Explore MESA’s impact. We empower STEM students through academic excellence and professional development.

Location

Building 1200, Room 1246

HOURS

Mon-Thu: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (In-person)
Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Remote)

CONTACT

714-992-7725
MESA@fullcoll.edu

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What our students say

Jason Hong

The MESA program has provided me with opportunities that I had honestly never dreamed possible. I had the privilege of attending a hackathon at Princeton University because of this program. Had it not been for them, I would’ve never experienced what was out there. In the short one semester that I’ve been in this program, my experience as a student has been enhanced greatly.

Ryan Ebert (he/him)

MESA offers a great community where you feel connected to your peers and to opportunities in STEM. I would highly recommend utilizing the STEM Center and all of the amazing things it offers.

Arianna Aparicio

The MESA program has helped me out because I was able to get a scholarship through its support. Had I not joined the program and seen announcements about those opportunities, I would not have applied. I have also been able to make friends in the program, participate in seminars, and attend fun events like the STEM Center Grand Opening. I’m grateful for the opportunity of being in the program and can’t wait to continue this year.