Mathematics Engineering Science Achievement (MESA)

MESA Students at Skyline gain access to:

• Free STEM tutoring: check current schedule
• Support in finding and applying to internships 
• STEM Conferences (travel and other expenses paid)
• Special access to scholarships and support in applying 

• MESA/STEM Academic Counseling

• Field trips to industry sites and universities

• A dedicated MESA Student Study Center
• Academic Excellence Workshops for STEM classes
• Assistance in the transfer process
• Career workshops and advising - help with your personal statement and resume
• MESA Student Leadership Retreat (held in the spring - number of attendees limited)

Eligibility to join MESA:

•  You do not have a previous Bachelor’s degree in any field
• You have declared a transfer major in a calculus-based Math, Engineering or Science field:
  • Common majors include Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Data Science, Environmental Science, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, and all Engineering majors.
• You intend to transfer to a four-year institution
• You are a 1st Generation College Student: (parent(s) does not have a Bachelor’s degree or higher level of education in any country).
• You demonstrate financial need through ONE of the following:
  • Recipient of financial aid BOG (CA Promise grant), PELL grant, Cal grant, CA Dream Act, Federal Work Study, Cal Fresh, GI Bill or
    other need-based/subsidized Financial Aid
  • EOPS, CARE, CalWORKS, or TRIO Program participant
  • Current or former foster youth
  • Student, parent, or guardian is a TANF recipient
  • Household income at or below 150% of federal poverty guidelines

Students who are not eligible are still welcome to participate in many MESA activities on campus. Check out the STEM Center to explore other STEM opportunities.