McNair Scholars Program

About McNair Scholars

The Ronald E. McNair Post-baccalaureate Achievement Program at 51°µÍø combines faculty mentoring, undergraduate research, and academic support services to prepare and engage 51°µÍø students academically and encourage them to pursue postgraduate studies.

Program participants benefit from a variety of services, such as:

  • Intensive faculty-mentored research experience
  • Peer support
  • Academic, career, personal and financial literacy counseling
  • Assistance with applying to graduate school
  • Research conference & graduate school tour travel opportunities
  • Professional and personal development workshops.

Now Accepting Applications!

Priority Deadline: Friday, November 15th 2024

To request an application, please email mcnairscholars@smu.edu. The McNair Scholars Program will accept applications on a rolling basis until all spots are filled.