McNair Scholars Program
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Benefits of being a McNair Scholar
- Research opportunities
- Faculty mentoring
- Graduate student mentoring
- Support services
- Funding for travel
- Academic support
- Financial assistance - $2800
McNair prepares First Generation College (FGC) undergraduate students from low-income backgrounds for doctoral study.
What does McNair offer me?
As a McNair Scholar, you participate in undergraduate research in partnership with a faculty mentor in your field of study. You are also paired with a graduate student mentor whose personal and professional interests are similar to yours. The graduate student mentor guides the exploration of graduate level education and assists with the application process.
McNair Scholars attend workshops, conduct research, and receive scholarship and travel funds for academic and professional development. Scholars work with departmental advisors for course selection and meet one-to-one with McNair staff for assistance with issues such as financial, cultural, and personal needs that extend beyond the traditional advising relationship.
What does McNair look for in a Scholar?
- Are a first generation college undergraduate student from a low-income family
- Are committed to becoming an undergraduate researcher
- Are committed to pursuing your education beyond the bachelor's degree
- Are committed to obtaining a doctoral degree
- Have a competitive GPA
- Are committed to working for your dreams
- Would like to receive financial support for conducting research
- Would like to work one to one with a faculty mentor, a graduate student mentor, and members of program staff
- Are able to commit the time and effort to participate in this highly interactive program