MESA Scholars Program

Are you interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)? Want assistance with your academics? Do you want support as you figure out your transfer goals? Then consider joining the MESA Scholars program at Las Positas College!

In MESA, we care about your STEM educational journey and want to support a diverse population of students. We offer a combination of academic support, hands-on learning, a supportive community, and more. Joining MESA is your first step to a successful college experience!

Benefits

Here’s just a sample of benefits you can receive by joining the MESA family:

• Academic excellence workshops
• Professional development
• Academic and transfer counseling
• Internship opportunities
• MESA Student Center for studying and community building

Requirements

There are a few requirements to participate in the MESA Scholars program:

• Be a STEM major in a calculus-based program
• Intend to transfer to a 4-year university
• Demonstrate an economic and/or educational disadvantage (e.g., first-generation, eligible for financial aid)

If you're not sure if you qualify, you are still encouraged to apply below. Our team will help figure this out with you.

How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in joining MESA! The interest form is now open for the Spring 25 semester! Click on this link to fill out the interest form and begin your MESA journey. If you have any questions, contact Carlos Moreno at cmoreno@laspositascollege.edu.