The McNair Scholars Program, funded by a federal TRIO education grant, is designed to provide select college students with effective preparation for doctoral study. Admitted students will have approximately two years remaining until graduation. Program participants engage in research, seminars and educational activities that promote scholarly development and readiness for graduate studies. Services provided to students by the McNair Scholars Program include faculty-mentored research opportunities, graduate application assistance, academic advising, college visits, non-credit workshops and exposure to cultural events. McNair Scholars receive a stipend of up to $2,800 per academic year, based on completing specific program milestones. Additionally, McNair Scholars are provided support in securing admission and funding for graduate studies.
If you meet the eligibility requirements and are certain of your plans to become a university professor and researcher, you can submit the following as soon as possible:
a. Completed application
b. Unofficial transcript
c. Financial information (ex. copy of 2020 tax return or other official documentation)
Your application will be reviewed immediately.
Accepted junior applicants will work to submit applications for paid external Summer 2022 research programs.
You can have your recommendations sent directly to us, at mcnair_scholars@afc.rutgers.edu
Please note, while the entry GPA is 3.0, most scholars hold GPA’s that are significantly higher.
We are seeking students, who plan to graduate in 2023 an 2024.
