The McNair Program helps prepare undergraduate students, not only to succeed in graduate school, but to excel in all undertakings. Participation in the McNair Program is competitive. To qualify, an applicant must meet the following criteria:

• Possess a STRONG interest in obtaining a Ph.D.
• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• The first in his or her family to earn a bachelor's degree
• Meet the income level established by the federal government
• Attained sophomore status
• Hold a minimum 2.7 GPA overall and a 3.0 GPA in major area of study
• Graduating by August of 2009
• Plans to enter a graduate program by the fall after completion of a bachelor’s degree

NOTE: One-third of the participants may come from underrepresented groups: African Americans, Hispanic Americans, or Native Americans.

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