Getting Started

MESA offers the support you need to succeed in science, math, and engineering. Learn more today!

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Contact
San Joaquin Delta College
MESA Center
Science and Math Building, Room 163 (SCMA 163)
5151 Pacific Avenue
Stockton, CA 95207​
Hours
Fall/Spring Hrs

Monday - Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Summer

Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday: Closed

Let's find out if you are eligible to join MESA! Read on for details.

Eligible Majors

MESA serves economically disadvantaged students who are enrolled in math and science-based majors, such as:

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Engineering
  • Math
  • Computer Science
  • Physics

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Academic Requirements

  • You must be transferring to a university with the intent to obtain a bachelor's degree in a calculus based STEM major.
  • Your education plan must indicate intent to enroll in a minimum of two sequential courses or calculus, physics, chemistry, or biology.
  • You must complete a MESA student application.
  • You must complete a comprehensive Student Ed Plan with a delta counselor.

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Income Criteria

You must also meet one or more of the following requirements: 

  • Eligible for EOPS.
  • Eligible for the Community College Promise Grant (Fee Waiver).
  • Be a parent/guardian/student on TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, formerly AFDC).
  • Be a CalWorks participant (transfer must be the goal).
  • Receive need-based financial aid.

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First Generation College Student

  • You are considered a first generation college student as long as your parents do not have a bachelors degree.
  • You are still considered a first-generation college student if other family members have a bachelor's degree, such as your siblings, cousins, etc. 

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