MESA, which stands for Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement, enables educationally disadvantaged students to prepare for and graduate from a four-year college or university with a math-based degree in areas such as engineering, the sciences, computer science, and mathematics. The California State University, Fresno MESA Schools Program was established in 1980. The overall goal of the MESA Schools Program at California State University, Fresno is to motivate and prepare in disadvantaged students, especially those from underserved population, with the knowledge and skills that will enhance their interest and prepare them for professions requiring degrees in engineering, and other mathematics and science-based fields.

CSU Fresno MESA program services include enriched math and science classes, intensive academic summer programs, career exploration in STEM fields, field trips to colleges and industry-related sites, assistance with college applications for admissions and financial aid, PSAT and SAT Prep, transcript reviews, scholarships, student and parent leadership training and professional development for MESA teachers. The core of the program encompasses rich hands-on, project-based learning with an emphasis on STEM subjects. Many of the MESA hands-on activities are team oriented and competition based.

2220 East San Ramon Avenue, M/S EE94
Fresno
CA, 93740

Contact: Louie Lopez
Grade Level: Middle School, High School
Discipline: Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Technology, Computers
Website: http://mesa.csufresno.edu/index.shtml

Filed under: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, K-12 Outreach Programs

Tags: Summer Camps & Programs (Students), Workshops