McNair Scholars Program offering immediate admission
The McNair Scholars Program at CU Boulder just made an exciting change for 2024: up to five qualified juniors can now apply and start right away! Traditionally, hopeful McNair Scholars would apply to join the program in the spring, and admitted candidates would start the following fall semester. This is your chance to skip the wait, so don’t delay!
What’s McNair?
McNair helps eligible students—first-gen, income-eligible college students or students from underrepresented groups in graduate education—get research experience, faculty mentorship and grad school prep, all aimed at setting you up for a PhD or EdD.
Who can apply?
To qualify, you need to:
- Be a first-gen student and/or part of a group underrepresented in grad education
- Have a 3.0 GPA or higher
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Be serious about getting a PhD or EdD after graduation
Why apply?
Jumpstart your research career, work with faculty mentors, and get ready for grad school—all while building lifelong skills and connections.
Apply now
Seats are limited, so don’t miss out! Visit the or email mcnairscholars@colorado.edu for more info.
