McNair Scholars Program Benefits

The benefits of the program include year-round tutoring; academic skills enhancement and test-taking workshops; academic, personal and career counseling; mentorships and other activities designed to prepare McNair Scholars for doctoral study and careers in college teaching and research. In addition, Scholars receive assistance with the graduate school application process and GRE fee waivers.

In addition to these activities, a paid Summer Research Internship provides each scholar with an opportunity to conduct independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Scholars strive to produce research papers worthy of publication and/or presentation at professional conferences.

Over 200 Graduate Schools offer fee waivers for McNair Scholars, and a growing number offer a variety of fellowships.

Schools Offering Application Fee Waivers

Schools Offering Fellowships Specifically for McNair Scholars

 

 

 

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