About The MESA College Prep Program at SJSU

Established in 1970, the Pre College Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) continues to help excite, motivate, and prepare students in California for their STEM careers. Pre College MESA SJSU has been on the San Jose State University campus since 1979 to serve the students from 6th – 12th grade in Silicon Valley, helping students who are under-represented and educationally disadvantaged to become engineers, scientists and other math-based professionals needed by Silicon Valley industry.

Most MESA students are first in their families to attend college, low-income and attend schools that are in need of support services.

With MESA’s support, students excel in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) studies – some of the most difficult academic subjects.

MESA Students Succeed With:

• Academic support based on high standards

• Individual counseling to ensure that college prerequisites and transfer/college graduation requirements are met.

• Industry involvement in activities and strategic planning

• Reinforcement of California math and science standards through hands-on projects and group learning.

• College & Career Explorations

• Student Leadership

• Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Hands-on Workshops

• MESA Day Competitions

• Teacher Math/Science Training