Program Information

The goal of the Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program is to increase Ph.D. attainment by students from underrepresented segments of society. The McNair Achievement Program is a federally funded educational assistance (TRiO) program designed to prepare undergraduate participants for doctoral studies through involvement in research and other scholarly activities.

Services
* research opportunities for participants;
* mentoring;
* seminars and other scholarly activities designed to prepare students for doctoral studies;
* summer internships;
* tutoring;
* academic counseling;
* assistance in obtaining student financial aid;
* assistance in securing admission and financial aid for enrollment in graduate programs.
* cultural enrichment activities

Opportunities
* Work with UI Faculty mentors to conduct your own research
* Get help with choosing a graduate program
* Get paid ($2,800) to do research during the summer
* Travel to graduate schools
* Present research at professional conferences
* Network with McNair Scholars from all over the United States