--- title: "Mesa College Promise Tuition Program" url: https://stacklist.com/card/e78986b2-e9fd-4d95-b3ab-d8f6b545c04e source_url: "https://www.mesaaz.gov/Workforce-Education-Development/ElevateMesa" stack: https://stacklist.com/c/business/stack/cfac7b4f-2aca-4309-bfb4-83951bea0ac7 summary: "Mesa College Promise Tuition Program is a financial aid initiative designed to support students in pursuing higher education. The program aims to reduce financial barriers and make college more accessible to eligible students." tags: "tuition-program, promise-program, college-financial-aid, mesa-college, higher-education, student-support" key_entities: "Mesa College (organization), Promise Program (concept), Tuition Support (concept)" classification: "reference" content_hash: "sha256:6e25a303ac0ce5b0fdf4835458625752ea98f2184f7be9bfb75d394195794e46" acp_version: "0.2" token_counts_approximate: 5222 visibility: public agent_accessible: true status: "final" --- # Mesa College Promise Tuition Program Skip to main content opens in new tab or window Elevate Mesa: Learning. Leading. Working Ensuring that Mesa’s education, business, and workforce development strategies are all working towards a strong, inclusive workforce that is ready for the future is a key goal for the City of Mesa. Whether you’re looking to start a small business, expand your workforce, or utilize community partnerships to grow your organization, use this resource as a guide to navigate Mesa’s community and educational assets and partners. Key Mesa statistics 36th largest city in the United States Population 523,000 3.3% Average unemployment 1.3 million workforce within a 30-minute drive  Hiring Now For businesses looking to fill open positions or expand their organizations, find a variety of community partners and resources to promote and fill immediate hiring needs Arizona @ Work Job Blast Looking for a way to promote open positions to a large network across the Valley? Reach out to Arizona @ Work to inquire about their Job Blast, a weekly email newsletter that is sent to thousands of individuals. AZ Job Connection This region free, region specific job-posting site comes with the ability to create unlimited postings. Create your account and get started posting today! Arizona @ Work Hiring Events Meet job-ready candidates at one of AZ@Work's hiring events. These no-cost events expose teams to a wide variety of job seekers and help businesses find the best fit for every position. Mesa Community College Hiring Events Mesa Community College hosts frequent hiring events across their two campuses, providing ample opportunities to engage with students who may be looking to build a career or start a new job now. Sign-up for connection opportunities . Jobs for Gilbert Public Schools Students Gilbert Public Schools serves over 30,000 students, including many families in or near Mesa, and has high-quality career focused program for its high school students. Fill out the form to promote job opportunities with Gilbert Public Schools students. Workforce Center @ Mesa: Job Club The Workforce Center @ Mesa is a partnership between the City of Mesa, A New Leaf, and Arizona @ Work and provides free services for job seekers. Employers interested in engaging with existing clients in a small-scale setting should contact Lorraine Alvarez at lalvarez@turnanewleaf.org Job Connect Mesa Job Connect Mesa is an all-in-one platform made specifically for Mesa businesses and jobseekers. Post jobs for free, connect with qualified candidates, and learn about local community resources and events. Local Hiring Events Whether you’re looking to scale up or fill a handful of positions, hiring and career fairs are an excellent way to meet a diverse range of candidates while engaging the community. See below for upcoming hiring events happening in the region.   Workforce Center @ Mesa Hiring Event October 22, 2026 Eagles Community Center Hosted by the City of Mesa and Arizona @ Work, this event is free to employers and participants. To inquire about business registration, email Harvey Smith at HSDBusinessServices@maricopa.gov Interns & Apprenticeships By engaging with students at every level of education, from high school to secondary, support existing hiring needs while preparing your future workforce and creating sustainable pipelines to grow your industry. To learn more about each of the programs, visit the website links or reach out to the provided contacts. East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) EVIT serves high school students from 11 school districts and adult learners, and currently offers five different apprenticeship programs, including airframe mechanic, electrical, HVAC-R, plumbing, and welding. To learn more about how to create a program at your organization. Contact: apprenticeship@evit.edu Education Level: High School students / Adult Learners Career Certifications Mesa Public Schools Career and Technical Education Each year, Mesa Public Schools places hundreds of high school students into internships across a variety of fields. Contact: Dawn Giles, degiles@mpsaz.org Education Level: High School students Mesa Community College As the largest of the ten schools in the Maricopa Community College District, MCC serves over 12,000 students annually and offers more than 250 programs. To connect your organization with students looking for paid internship experiences. Contact: Amanda Copetillo, amanda.copetillo@mesacc.edu Education Level: Second students / Adult learners AZ Youth Force For businesses looking for a streamlined internship model, AZ Youth Force provides training and placement to students aged 14-21 with local businesses. Businesses gain the benefits of high-quality, motivated interns while partnering with AZ Youth Force for the logistics. For more information on how to partner. Contact: Samantha Hansen, Director of Workforce Development and Career Pathways, samantha.hansen@bcgcaz.org  or 602-343-1251 Build Local Talent Pipelines For established organizations ready to invest and partner with local education programs by contributing to specific skill- building programs. Lay the groundwork for the next generation of through collaborative training programs. Mesa Public Schools Career and Technical Education Mesa Public Schools is committed to offering college and career pathways to more than 50,000 students. Through participation in career exploration fairs, classroom experiences, teacher externships, and more, your organization can shape the future of your industry. Contact: Dawn Giles, degiles@mpsaz.org Maricopa Community College District As the region's go-to institution for skill-building programs, MCCD fosters strong partnerships to help businesses meet their evolving workforce needs while equipping students with the competencies required to compete in today's job market. With a focus on training tailored to enhance productivity and maximize cost-effectiveness, MCCD is committed to empowering both industry partners and students to thrive. Arizona State University For businesses looking to invest in large-scale workforce development opportunities w/ASU, contact Sarah Tolar with Mesa's Workforce and Education Office at sarah.tolar@mesaaz.gov Investing in Community Explore opportunities to strengthen and invest in Mesa's current and future workforce while fostering economic growth. Mesa College Promise The Mesa College Promise guarantees two years tuition free at Mesa Community College for qualifying residents. For information on investing in the future of this special partnership between the City of Mesa and Mesa Community College, contact Sarah Tolar at sarah.tolar@mesaaz.gov Mesa Public Schools Foundation The Mesa Public Schools Foundation is a 501©(3) organization that provides resources to the students, teachers and families of Mesa Public Schools. Mesa Volunteer Opportunities From city-wide events to one-on-one mentoring, find out how your organization can help give back to the community through volunteer opportunities. Read On Mesa Read On Mesa is a public/private collaborative committee made up of local organizations focused on literacy and education. Find out more about Read On Mesa and how to support literacy in your community. Mesa Chamber of Commerce Whether you're new to Mesa or are well-established, the Mesa Chamber of Commerce provides opportunities to support business growth and networking for organizations of all sizes. Gilbert Education Foundation Support students, families and teachers served by Gilbert Public Schools through the Gilbert Education Foundation. Mesa Advisory Boards and Committees Serve your community and engage with local government by serving on one of the City of Mesa's advisory boards and committees. Share Facebook X Email Print LinkedIn Back to top