McNair Scholars Application Open (Apply Now)
Sunday, October 19, 2025 All day
- DescriptionThe McNair Scholars Program is a competitive program funded by the U.S. Department of Education to prepare university juniors and seniors who are low-income, first generation, and/or underrepresented in graduate education for doctoral education. This program assists students in the attainment of their educational, professional, and personal goals through participation in research and other academic/scholarly activities.
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The priority deadline is Nov. 3, 2025.The general application closes Dec. 1, 2025.
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