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Located in the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology, the Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) Center at Cal State L.A. assists in training the world's future mathematicians, engineers, and scientists. The MESA Center serves educationally disadvantaged students with an emphasis, to the extent possible by law, on students from groups with low rates of eligibility to four-year institutions. MESA programs are designed specifically to increase the number of these students who earn college degrees in math, science, and engineering.

The Center consists of two student programs: the MESA Schools Program (MSP) and the MESA Engineering Program (MEP).

 

 

MESA Schools Program (MSP)
MSP is a pre-college program designed to spark interest in math, science, and engineering among elementary, middle, and high school students. MESA pre-college students gain a distinct advantage over other students by participating in MESA-sponsored activities, such as enrichment programs, career exploration opportunities, and academic and financial aid advisement. MSP works with 18 secondary schools in the Los Angeles, San Gabriel and Pasadena School districts. TOP

 

 

  

MESA Engineering Program (MEP)

MEP focuses on students enrolled at Cal State L.A. in two majors: engineering and computer science. Cal State L.A.'s MEP fosters a supportive academic environment by providing guidance and counseling in academics, financial matters, and career placement, among many other services. Peer interaction is at the core of MEP. Students are clustered together in courses from the first day of classes, making it possible for them to build relationships and grow academically with their peers. TOP
 
MESA at Cal State L.A.
Cal State L.A.: A Learning Community for the 21st Century

California State University, Los Angeles recently celebrated its 50th anniversary as a preeminent urban university located in the heart of one of the nation's major technological centers. The University operates year-round on the quarter system, offering day and evening study programs to accommodate students with a variety of scheduling needs.

Cal State L.A. is committed to excellence in education and student success in a diverse academic community. More than 18,000 students of varying cultural, socio-economic, and religious backgrounds are enrolled in programs offered by 50 academic departments. These students have the advantage of Cal State L.A.'s award-winning faculty, innovative curriculum and active student life program. TOP
 


Engineering and Technology at Cal State L.A.
Cal State L.A.'s College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology is known for its comprehensive MESA program and for its commitment to student success.

Dean Emeritus Raymond B. Landis founded the first MEP in California in 1973 at California State University, Northridge, and served as its director for 10 years. Since then, Dr. Landis has supported efforts to provide Cal State L.A. MESA students the guidance they need to successfully complete their education. Faculty in Cal State L.A.'s College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology are trained to be effective academic advisers, mentors, and role models to students.

More information about programs of study in Cal State L.A.'s College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology can be found on the College's web site, which is accessible through the University's home page at <http://www.calstatela.edu>.

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