The goal of McNair Scholars is to give undergraduate students intensive, faculty-driven research experiences and prepare students for entry into and success in graduate school.
Through a 10-week summer research program combined with academic year programming and advising, McNair Scholars will:
Work with a University faculty mentor with similar research interests
Receive a $6,000 stipend
Earn three course credits (EDHD 3302: McNair: Demystifying & Engaging the Research Process)
Learn how to develop a quality research paper
Receive help with the graduate school application process (i.e. identify graduate programs, write a personal statement, and create a curriculum vitae)
Present research at poster sessions
And most importantly, develop a great relationship with a professor, which can be an invaluable asset in getting admitted to graduate school
Qualifications
First-generation college student and income eligible, or from an underrepresented group
Full-time sophomore or junior
U.S. citizen or a U.S. permanent resident
GPA of 2.75 and above
Strong writing skills and academic performance in major courses
The U of M McNair program is open to all Twin Cities students in all colleges and majors,
U of M coordinate campuses (Crookston, Duluth, Rochester), and Minnesota colleges and universities that do not have their own McNair program.
Students from all majors are encouraged to apply, including students with STEM focus