McNair Scholars
Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program
The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program is designed to prepare eligible undergraduate students for doctoral study and the attainment of a Ph.D. Named in honor of Dr. Ronald E. McNair—physicist, NASA astronaut, and the second African American to travel to space the program continues his legacy by helping students pursue advanced education and research opportunities.
McNair Scholars receive academic, research, and professional development support designed to prepare them for graduate school and doctoral-level study.
Eligibility
Students interested in the McNair Scholars Program should:
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Be a junior at Rutgers University–Newark, with approximately 60–75 credits
- Have a 3.2 cumulative GPA or higher
- Meet applicable federal McNair eligibility criteria related to first-generation/low-income status or underrepresentation in graduate education
Program Benefits
McNair Scholars may receive access to a variety of academic and professional development opportunities, including:
- Graduate school and doctoral program preparation
- GRE preparation and information regarding available fee reductions
- Graduate school application support
- Assistance with personal statements and application materials
- Faculty mentorship
- Stipends of up to $2,800 per year
- Research and research presentation opportunities
- Graduate school campus visits
- Cultural and enrichment activities
Interested in Becoming a McNair Scholar?
If you are interested in the McNair Scholars Program and would like to learn more about eligibility, program benefits, or how to apply, please contact us directly.
Email: mcnair_scholars@afc.rutgers.edu
When contacting us, please include your full name, Rutgers ID, current number of credits, and your interest in joining the McNair Scholars Program. A member of our team will follow up with additional information and next steps.
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The Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program is a TRIO Program federally funded by the United States Department of Education designed to assist students. The McNair Scholars Program provides academic support services to students who meet the eligibility requirements set by the Department of Education. For more information about federal program eligibility, you can visit the following link: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-34/subtitle-B/chapter-VI/part-647/subpart-A/section-647.3
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You can find the updated income guildelines at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/about/ed-offices/ope/trio/federal-trio-programs-current-year-low-income-levels
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- Exposure to graduate schools and Ph.D. programs.
- Assistance with graduate school application process.
- Assistance with GRE preparation.
- Research collaboratively with our faculty through exposure, experiences and seminars.
- Opportunities to attend and present research projects at professional meetings and conferences, as well as to co-publish in peer reviewed and reference journals.
- Access to internships, seminars, graduate school tours, and other educational activities.