MESA Program
The Mathematics Engineering Science Achievement program is an academic and student support transfer-prep program for a diverse population of STEM students at Cuesta College.
MESA benefits include: academic and transfer counseling, a dedicated MESA Center for workshops, technology support, community building and events, internship opportunities, professional development, and much more!
MESA is state-wide! Visit the official MESA website to learn about the history of the program.
Visit us at the MESA Center - Building 3400, Room 3411 (Upstairs behind the Math Lab!)
See drop down menus below for eligibility requirements, available services, and how to apply!
- Be a US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Dreamer or DACA
- Demonstrate Financial Need by Receiving FAFSA or CA Dream Act Award
- Be a First-Generation College Student
- Be a Declared Calculus-Based STEM Major
- Intend to Transfer to 4-year Institution
- Be enrolled in 6.0 units or more
- Access to MESA Center
- MESA Academic Counseling
- Academic & Tutorial Support
- Transfer Support
- Laptop & Supply Rentals
- Professional & Leadership Development
- Scholarship, Internship & Research Opportunities
- And More!
We are no longer accepting applications for Fall 2025.
New applications will be contacted in January for admission to the MESA Spring 2026
Cohort.
MESA/ASEM Application
ASEM
ASEM members are "Friends of MESA". This allows students who do not meet full MESA eligibility to participate in the program with the exception of MESA-sponsored trips and conferences.
ASEM students must meet one of our two eligibility options below:
Option A - Be a first-generation student and a declared calculus-based STEM major for transfer
Option B - Demonstrate financial need and a declared calculus-based STEM major for transfer.
Use the MESA/ASEM Application (in drop-down above) to apply, and MESA Staff will help determine which program is right for you!