McNair Scholars Program
Why Choose McNair?
The McNair Scholars Program is activism at work! The primary goal of the program is to increase the number of doctoral degrees among first generation, income-eligible populations. We prioritize the realities of each Scholar to help chart individualized pipelines to their desired Ph.D. goal.
The unique experiences of our Scholars demonstrate our committed fight to expand the impact of first generation, income-eligible students in the field of research and beyond. Apply today to join a global network of America's top Scholars and gain:
- $2,800 Stipend
- Traveling opportunities
- Academic publications and presentations
- One-on-one research experience with a McNair mentor
- Social support and networking opportunities
- Free GRE prep
- Graduate school application fee waivers
- Graduate experience and preparation
- Professional and career development workshops
- Lifelong access to McNair resources and network
The application for the 2026-2027 Academic year is now open! Log into the GO System and search "McNair" to apply today!
You must complete the General Application before submitting the McNair Scholars Program application.
Click here to apply now!