College of Biological Sciences

Get paid to conduct research, master the graduate school application process, and receive course credits.

McNair Scholars aims to give undergraduate students intensive, faculty-driven research experiences and prepare students for entry into graduate school. They are now accepting applicants for the 2020 summer cohort.

McNair Program At-a-Glance:

During the 10-week summer research program students:

• Develop a great relationship with a professor that is essential for applying to graduate school.
• Receive a $3,500 stipend.
• Earn three-course credits (EDHD 3300: Engaging the Research Process)
• Conduct research with a professor.
• Develop a quality research paper.
• Receive guidance through the graduate school process (e.g. identify graduate programs, write a personal statement, create a curriculum vitae).
• Present research at poster sessions held on campus.

Qualifications:

• First-generation and income-eligible (typically Pell Grant eligible), and/or from an underrepresented group
• GPA of 2.75 and above
• Full-time undergraduate sophomore or junior and a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident

Students with a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) focus are strongly encouraged to apply to the McNair Scholars Program, as are student veterans.

Interested?

• Complete this short interest form.
• Hear tips from 2016 scholars.
• View the program flyer.
• Contact Kayla Cory (coryx026@umn.edu) or Amani Stumme-Berry (stum2012@umn.edu) with any questions.