1. CSUDH McNair Scholars Program
LIB 4516 (4th floor)

3. Mission, Vision, & Goals
The McNair Scholars Program aims to fund and support first-generation, low income students, and/or underrepresented students preparing for their doctoral studies

4. Why pursue graduate school?
Opens more doors for opportunity in the field of higher education
Participation in undergrad research
Writing a research proposal
Understanding the differences between research methods
Attending conferences
Allows for a connection with professors and peers
Better navigation of your institution through the guidance of your mentors and peers

5. Benefits of Being a McNair Scholar
Individual academic planning and advising
Full preparation for and help with the graduate school application process and fellowship application process
Receive a $2,400 summer research stipend by being part of a summer research program either off-campus or on campus
Faculty mentor
Travel funding to Research 1 institutions and relevant conferences to present completed research
Research Methods Course: UNV 395
Access to all McNair Scholars Program facilities and resources
Lifetime McNair Scholar designation

6. Requirements and Time Commitments
The program is an intensive, year-long research program (includes summer)
Expectations:
Participate in all workshops, seminars, meetings, and classes
Complete the UNV 395 Research Methods class (spring semester)
Complete a summer research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor
Present completed research project at CSUDH Student Research Day
Maintain minimum 3.0 GPA
Apply to a minimum of 6 graduate programs and minimum of 4 fellowships
Maintain contact with CSUDH McNair Scholars Program for 10 years

7. Student Research Day 2019 February 13 - 14, 2019 Timeline
Research is approved by faculty mentor
Apply online:
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Presentation Format:
Oral Presentation
Poster Presentation
Roundtable Discussion
Deadlines:
Abstract – December 7th
Supplemental Material – January 10th (only Oral)

8. When can I apply? Applications are due October 1, 2018 Eligibility:
Sophomore, junior, or senior (1 year remaining) status
A U.S. citizen or permanent resident
A first-generation college student who is ALSO low income (i.e., Pell Grant eligible)
OR a member of a group under-represented in graduate study (African-American, Hispanic, Native American)

9. Application Process Phase I Applicant info Academic info
Research Interest
Future Plans
Phase II
Statement of Purpose
Personal Statement
Phase III
Interview

10. Future McNair Information Sessions
Wednesday, September 12 at 12-12:30pm in LIB 4524
McNair Office: LIB 4516 (4th Floor)

11. Any Questions?
McNair Office: LIB 4516