MESA Program
MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) Program is a state-wide academic enrichment program that supports economically and educationally disadvantaged students, including historically underrepresented students in STEM, to prepare for and excel in math, engineering and science majors and attain Bachelor’s of Science degrees from four-year institutions.
Contact the Program Director to find out how MESA can support your academic success through project-based learning, work-based professional development, research education for undergraduates, internships, fellowships, and much more.
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Open to all STEM Southwestern College students!
Scripps Summer Research Opportunity
Earn a $6,000 stipend! Deadline to apply is Friday, May 3, 2024!
APPLY to the Scripps Summer Research Opportunity!
Apply for this 10-week PAID internship and work on cutting-edge research in Neurobiology,
Microbiology, Immunology, or Chemical biology!
Earn a $6,000 stipend!
Program Dates: June 3-August 9!
MESA/UCSD Space Program
Open to all STEM students who completed some major courses. Apply by May 10, 2024!
Join a team of SWC students to work on this project-based opportunity!
- Earn a $650 scholarship award
- Arduino kits and supply stipends will be provided for team projects
- Field trip to a California NASA Research Center
- U.S. Citienship is required
Program dates are expected to begin June 2024 to August 2024.
Apply below by filling out the MESA/UCSD Space Program Registration Form.
MESA/UCSD Space Program Registration FormFind Out How You Can Enhance Your STEM Learning!
Join STEM Communities
Interested in what the MESA Program has to offer? Follow this link for more information.
Work with MESA Tutors
The MESA Program offers tutoring in STEM related subjects. Follow this link to view schedules and additional information if you are interested in becoming a tutor with us yourself!
Participate in STEM Programs
The MESA Program discovers and encourages MESA Students to apply to other Programs that would be beneficial in many ways. Follow this link to learn more.
Prepare for Transfer
The MESA Program provides students with resources that will be helpful for the future of student's academic success. Click this link to find the current available transfer resources!
Explore Career Pathways
Southwestern College's MESA Program offers internship opportunities to students who are pursuing a degree in any STEM related fields. Click this link to view the current available internship opportunities.
Apply for Scholarships
It is important that the MESA Program provides students with the most valuable resources. Follow this link to see what scholarships are being offered today!