1. (a) Extend eligibility to participate to all socially, economically and educationally disadvantaged students with a declared STEM major.
2. (b) Adopt strategies to increase the number of socially, economically and educationally disadvantaged students pursuing baccalaureate degrees in STEM majors who are eligible to transfer to four-year higher education institutions, including outreach to unified school districts and the promotion of dual enrollment.

3. (c) Implement efficient processes, practices, strategies and partnerships to:

   1. (1) decrease the time for MESA students to become transfer ready;
   2. (2) increase the number of MESA program student transfers to four-year higher education institutions;
   3. (3) improve the academic performance of MESA students; and
   4. (4) increase the leadership skills and educational expectations of MESA students.
4. (d) Develop strong relationships with educators and prospective employers in business and industry to establish, increase and improve student internships, scholarships and other career opportunities for MESA students.
5. (e) Establish partnerships with University of California and California State University Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Achievement programs and Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Achievement College Preparatory programs, California Alliance for Minority Participation programs or similar programs in an effort to provide optimal student support services.

District governing boards shall adopt policies or procedures for MESA programs that accomplish the following:

Note: Authority cited: Sections 66700 and 70901, Education Code. Reference: Sections 70901, 70902 and 88682, Education Code.

History

1. New section filed 9-18-2025; operative 10-18-2025. Submitted to OAL for printing only pursuant to Education Code section 70901.5 (Register 2025, No. 42).