The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program prepares high-achieving undergraduates for master’s and doctoral studies through hands-on research opportunities, academic support and scholarly activities.
Benefits
McNair Scholars are supported through wide-ranging opportunities and initiatives.
Research & Funding
- Hands-on research experience with stipend
- Funding for research materials and supplies
- Support to present at conferences
Graduate School Prep
- Workshops
- One-on-one sessions
- GRE preparation and fee waivers
- Graduate application fee waivers
- Funded graduate school visits
- Eligibility for McNair fellowships at participating institutions
Academic Support
- Academic counseling and tutoring
- Professional development workshops
- Equipment loans (laptops, iPads, recording devices)
Personal Development
- Wellness and empowerment initiatives
- Social and cultural activities
- Community meetings and community building
- Mentorship through the undergraduate career and beyond
Who Can Apply?
The program is open to full-time undergraduate students who have earned at least 48 credits hours, including seniors who plan to stay a fifth year. We are particularly interested in students who demonstrate strong academic potential and are first generation and/or low-income students.
Additional criteria include:
- Strong interest in graduate education and research (prior experience with research not required)
- Minimum of a 3.0 grade point average
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident
Get Started
To become A McNair scholar, apply here.
For more information about the McNair Scholars Program, contact Christabel Osei-Bobie Sheldon at 315.443.5936 or coseibo@syr.edu.