The MESA Schools Program is a statewide academic preparation program through the University of California Office of the President, which provides academic development for middle and high school students to prepare for baccalaureate degree programs in mathematics and science and careers in engineering and other mathematics-based scientific fields. The primary goal of the UCSC MESA center is to provide support for students from underserved communities through fun, hands-on projects and other college awareness activities to promote STEM college and career pathways.

We seek to create a pipeline from K-12 to university, preparing students for success in STEM fields and giving them access to high paying careers while also meeting business and industry workforce needs. MESA encourages bright minds to stay in math, science, and engineering and dream big and not lose their interest in these fields. The program is an important part of the Educational Partnership Center's ongoing efforts to build college-bound communities.