Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) promotes a strong academic foundation in mathematics and science as the key to college admission and success.  MESA strives to increase the numbers of ethnic minority, low-income, and first-generation college-bound students who are prepared to earn four year degrees.  MESA students explore careers in science and engineering through hands-on activities and engineering design competitions.

Elements of MESA include:

• Weekly after school hands-on math, science, and engineering exploration
• Development of academic strategies
• College and career information
• Promotion of life skills
• Parent outreach and information
• Role models from higher education and the business community
• Special events including competitions, campus visits, and field trips

Founded in 1970 and launched in Arizona in 1984, MESA is one of the oldest and most successful programs to advance educationally disadvantaged students toward achievement in math and science. Over 40 schools in Arizona participate in MESA.

Did you know that:

• MESA programs work with students in grades 6 through 12.
• 81% of the MESA membership is comprised of minority students.
• 49% of MESA students are female .
• 64% of MESA seniors plan on attending a 4 year college or university
• MESA currently serves over 1000 students in Arizona