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MCNAIR SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Expanding higher education opportunities.
The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program at Morehouse College supports both Morehouse and Spelman students as a year-round graduate school preparatory program designed specifically for STEM majors. The program includes an eight-week summer research component designed to prepare undergraduates demonstrating the strong academic potential for doctoral studies through involvement in research and other scholarly activities. These activities also supports scholars through faculty mentorship which offers publication and research presentation opportunities. Eligibility: Highly motivated, disciplined, hard-working, college-level rising juniors and seniors, who are: U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident of the U.S. First-generation college students with demonstrated financial need Good academic standing (3.0 or higher GPA desired) STEM Majors (Science, Technology. Engineering, Mathematics)
About the MCNAIR SCHOLARS PROGRAM
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Why Participate in Our Program
Why Participate in Our Program
The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program is committed to providing the support and tailored services that enhance your collegiate experience. We strive to promote an environment designed to give you the support, tools, and worldly experiences to succeed as highly competitive scholars and leaders by addressing your academic and personal needs to improve your chances for success at the graduate level.
The McNair program focuses on preparing our participants for successful graduate study through exposure to graduate-level work and research experiences geared toward improving your critical thinking skills. The McNair experience fosters an increase of knowledge and familiarity with the ins and outs of graduate study and the graduate school application process and the essential elements of research.
We are confident that our support and guidance combined with your abiding drive and determination will ensure you reach a level of academic, personal, and professional success beyond comparison.
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Eligibility
Eligibility
Highly motivated, disciplined, hard-working, college-level rising juniors and seniors, who are:
- U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident of the U.S.
- First-generation college students with demonstrated financial need
- Good academic standing (3.0 or higher GPA desired)
- STEM Majors (Science, Technology. Engineering, Mathematics)
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Important Information
You must:
- Contact and confirm the participation of a faculty advisor to support and supervise the research program.
- Participate in a research experience with a faculty mentor. You must meet and consult with your advisor regularly throughout the term.
- Attend McNair Summer Courses (Research Methodology and Professional Development)
- Submit preliminary assignments and a final research paper that should reflect the time spent engaged in research (15-20 pages)
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Program Benefits
Program Benefits
- Eight-week paid summer research program plus room/board
- Research and graduate school application assistance
- Interactive workshops and seminars
- Travel assistance to present research nationally
- Graduate school tours
- Faculty mentorship
- Research with a faculty mentor
- Counseling and advising sessions
- Cultural events and activities
- Networking opportunities
- Support for publishing research findings
- Opportunities for personal and academic development
- Involvement in professional development activities
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Apply
Ready to Apply?
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Contact Staff
Who to Contact
Dr. Nythea Tolbert
Assistant Director - TRIO Collegiate
Programs
nythea.tolbert@morehouse.edu
(404) 273-0798Tyrahn Brown, MBA
Morehouse McNair Program Manager
tyrahn.brown@morehouse.edu
(470) 639-0204Dr. Ethell Vereen, Jr.
Morehouse McNair Research Coordinator
ethell.vereen@morehouse.edu
(470) 639-0534Dr. Rosalind Gregory-Bass
Spelman McNair Research Coordinator
RBass@spelman.edu
(404) 270-5773 -
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Why Participate in Our Program
The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program is committed to providing the support and tailored services that enhance your collegiate experience. We strive to promote an environment designed to give you the support, tools, and worldly experiences to succeed as highly competitive scholars and leaders by addressing your academic and personal needs to improve your chances for success at the graduate level.
The McNair program focuses on preparing our participants for successful graduate study through exposure to graduate-level work and research experiences geared toward improving your critical thinking skills. The McNair experience fosters an increase of knowledge and familiarity with the ins and outs of graduate study and the graduate school application process and the essential elements of research.
We are confident that our support and guidance combined with your abiding drive and determination will ensure you reach a level of academic, personal, and professional success beyond comparison.
Eligibility
Highly motivated, disciplined, hard-working, college-level rising juniors and seniors, who are:
- U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident of the U.S.
- First-generation college students with demonstrated financial need
- Good academic standing (3.0 or higher GPA desired)
- STEM Majors (Science, Technology. Engineering, Mathematics)
You must:
- Contact and confirm the participation of a faculty advisor to support and supervise the research program.
- Participate in a research experience with a faculty mentor. You must meet and consult with your advisor regularly throughout the term.
- Attend McNair Summer Courses (Research Methodology and Professional Development)
- Submit preliminary assignments and a final research paper that should reflect the time spent engaged in research (15-20 pages)
Program Benefits
- Eight-week paid summer research program plus room/board
- Research and graduate school application assistance
- Interactive workshops and seminars
- Travel assistance to present research nationally
- Graduate school tours
- Faculty mentorship
- Research with a faculty mentor
- Counseling and advising sessions
- Cultural events and activities
- Networking opportunities
- Support for publishing research findings
- Opportunities for personal and academic development
- Involvement in professional development activities
Ready to Apply?
Who to Contact
Dr. Nythea Tolbert
Assistant Director - TRIO Collegiate
Programs
nythea.tolbert@morehouse.edu
(404) 273-0798
Tyrahn Brown, MBA
Morehouse McNair Program Manager
tyrahn.brown@morehouse.edu
(470) 639-0204
Dr. Ethell Vereen, Jr.
Morehouse McNair Research Coordinator
ethell.vereen@morehouse.edu
(470) 639-0534
Dr. Rosalind Gregory-Bass
Spelman McNair Research Coordinator
RBass@spelman.edu
(404) 270-5773
Find Us on Social Media
Morehouse McNair
Instagram: @morehousemcnairFacebook: @morehousemcnair
Spelman McNair
Instagram: @spelmanmcnair
Facebook: @spelmanmcnair