2013-2014 Undergraduate Catalog

McNair Scholars Program

www.unco.edu/mcnair

(970) 351-2744

The McNair Scholars Program has existed at UNC since 1995 and provides undergraduate research opportunities designed to prepare eligible juniors and seniors for graduate school. As a member of the federal TRIO family of programs, the McNair Scholars Program is dedicated to increasing access to doctoral education among currently underrepresented groups. Since 2000, over 70% of graduating UNC McNair Scholars have been accepted into graduate school.

Program Highlights

  • Two-semester research seminar (two credits each semester).
  • Six-week funded summer research internship (stipend plus room and board).
  • Funded travel to regional and national conferences.
  • Faculty research mentor from student’s discipline.
  • Publication in the University of Northern Colorado McNair Research Journal.
  • Graduate admissions preparation workshops.

Program Course Requirements

McNair Scholars complete 4 credit hours in research methodology consisting of:

HESA 431 McNair Scholars Research Studies I (2) (offered in Fall)

HESA 432 McNair Scholars Research Studies II (2) (offered in Spring)

Additionally, students complete a six-week funded McNair Summer Research Internship.

Program Eligibility

  • Juniors and seniors with a 3.0 or higher GPA.
  • First generation/low income and/or members of underrepresented populations in graduate education.
  • Committed to completing a doctoral degree.

Additional Information

Detailed information is available at the McNair Scholars Program website: www.unco.edu/mcnair, by visiting the office in Michener L-75, or by calling (970) 351-2744. The McNair Scholars Program is funded 100% through a U.S. Department of Education grant, PR/Award Number P217A080039. For 2011/2012, the UNC McNair Scholars Program received $252,846 in federal funds.