MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement)
Welcome to Coastline's MESA Program
MESA supports first-generation, low-income students in calculus-based STEM majors, helping you build the skills, community, and confidence to succeed in college and transfer to a four-year university.
What We offer:
- Academic Support: Benefit from tutoring, workshops, and study groups designed to help you strengthen your skills, collaborate with peers, and excel in your coursework.
- MESA Counselor: Receive personalized guidance from an experienced STEM counselor for course selection, understanding degree requirements, and navigating transfer opportunities.
- MESA Center: Find us inside the Student Success & Resource Center-Room #118 at the Newport Beach Campus. We offer study spaces, printing services, and essential supplies to support your success.
- STEM Tech & Supplies Borrowing Program: Access essential technology and equipment, such as laptops, graphing calculators, iPads, power banks, and Molecule Model kits, to support your academic success and hands-on learning experiences.
- Field Trips, University Tours, and Conferences: Engage in opportunities to network with industry leaders, university faculty, and like-minded students.
- Volunteer Opportunities: Serve your community, mentor others, or share your passion for STEM through volunteer opportunities, where you can make a positive impact.
- STEM Resources: Receive information on research opportunities, internships, scholarships, career development, and more!
Who Qualifies?
To join MESA, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Be a 1st generation college student (parents did not earn a Bachelors degree or higher)
- Be eligible for need-based aid (by submitting a FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application)
- Have declared a calculus-based STEM major at Coastline College
- Intend to transfer to a four-year university with a calculus-based STEM major
- Plan on completing your 1st Bachelor's degree (cannot have earned Bachelor's degree in any field previously)
- Be a US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or AB540 Student
- Have Coastline College as your award college OR plan to earn your STEM degree at Coastline
- NO GPA REQUIREMENT!
Unsure if you meet our qualifications? Feel free to reach out and call (714)241-6001 or email MESA@coastline.edu.
