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The MESA Center

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What is MESA?

MESA is an academic program dedicated to helping first generation, low-income college students achieve success in STEM. By providing additional resources, community, and support MESA prepares students for their transition to a four-year institution. Each year students from this program successfully transfer to four-year institutions to further pursue their future careers in STEM.

Our Mission: Empower first-generation students from diverse backgrounds to excel in STEM fields through equitable access to resources, targeted programming, professional growth opportunities, and community building. 

Students in the MESA Program join a supportive, like-minded community, gain access to additional study spaces and equipment, and are provided with support, building professional skills through research, internship, and networking opportunities.

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 students using microscope

Contact Us

(714) 432-5789

mesa@occ.cccd.edu

C&L 103. Near the clock tower.

Office Hours

Mon, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tue, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wed, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Thu, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Fri, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sat, Sun, Closed