A bachelor's degree is just the beginning
Whether you already know a Master's or Doctoral program is in your future or are unsure if you want to pursue an advanced degree, the McNair Scholars Program is here to help.
Our dedicated staff advise, support, and equip students when making post-baccalaureate goals. We also provide assistance in reducing or eliminating financial burdens that can accompany graduate school searching and application processes.
Here's how we can help you!
- Undergraduate research opportunities with a $2800 stipend
- Faculty advisement and faculty mentoring
- Funds for conferences, graduate school visits, and graduate school interviews
- Fee waivers for graduate school application fees
- Free Graduate Records Examination preparation
- A support system to help you reach your graduate school goals!
Application: Priority Deadline November 1, 2024
- Juniors and seniors who will be enrolled in Summer 2025 should submit the application by the priority deadline.
- Freshman, sophomores and those graduating Fall 2026 or later can apply at any time!
- Eligibility for the program is as follows (as defined by the Title 34 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 647):
- Recommended GPA of 3.0 (if your GPA is less, you can still apply)
- U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or in the U.S. for other than a temporary purpose
- Be either:
- A first-generation college student AND low-income or
- A member of an underrepresented group in graduate education (Black, Hispanic, Native American/Alaskan, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander)