McNair Scholars Program

Get Ready for Graduate School

The McNair Program at the University of Wisconsin–Superior prepares income eligible, first generation college students and students from groups underrepresented in graduate education for doctoral study. It is a nationwide program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, created in memory of Ronald E. McNair, Ph.D., an African-American physicist killed in the Space Shuttle Challenger mission in 1986.

Each year, 20 students are chosen to participate in the program's activities, which include seminars, cultural events, graduate school visits, and more. During the summer, 10 scholars participate in a paid individual research experience, working collaboratively with a faculty mentor on a project of interest to the student. Program participants also receive GRE preparation instruction and help in the graduate school application process.

Applications are available now for students interested in completing research during the summers of 2006 or 2007. Click on the "Applicants" link in the menu at the left for more information.

Alumni: Please click on the Scholar Alumni link at the left and take the annual survey.

_{The UW–Superior McNair Scholars Program is a TRIO program fully funded by the U.S. Department of Education through a $220,000 annual grant.}