Become a McNair Scholar
Now accepting applications for 2024 cohort
If you’re considering going to graduate school, the McNair Scholars Program can help you get there. We offer a comprehensive program designed to prepare you for successful entry into and eventual completion of a doctoral program of study through structured research experience, a graduate school preparation seminar, and additional activities designed to contribute to your scholarly development. It is a challenging but transformative and worthwhile experience!
Application for Admission
Eligibility Criteria
- Second- or third-year students with a minimum of 60 credits completed by the end of the academic year and at least one more year of undergraduate enrollment.
- 2.75 or higher cumulative GPA
- American citizen or US permanent resident
- Strong interest in completing a graduate degree
- Strong interest in completing a research project
- First generation college student AND income eligible
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Member of a population underrepresented at the graduate level (American Indian/Native American, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, Native Alaskan, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander)
Want to Learn More?
- Contact us at mcnair.scholars@unco.edu
- Swing by our office: Michener L-75
- Make an appointment to chat with administrators!