Earlham College

 

Ronald E. McNair
Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program

Purpose

• Application Form

• Recommdation Form

The Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program is designed to prepare students who have traditionally been underrepresented in graduate studies for graduate work leading to a Ph.D. As participants in the program, students will have access to skills building courses and tutoring, research experiences with a faculty mentor, and individualized assistance through the graduate school application process. Students must meet the eligibility requirements for the program and must show an interest in attending graduate school. Program participation is limited to only 25 students.

Eligibility

  • Full-time student with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75; and

  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the United States; and

  • First generation college student of any ethnic background who has
    a low-income level as determined by the Department of Education; or

  • Student who identifies as African American, Latino/Hispanic or
    Native American

Benefits of Being a McNair Scholar

  • Access to individualized advising and career planning

  • Tutoring available to maintain competitive GPA

  • Stipend paid for conducting research (also includes room and board)

  • Assistance with graduate school application process

  • Financial support for graduate school visits and presentations
    at professional conferences

  • Application waivers and fellowships available nationally
    exclusively for McNair scholars.

Contact

Joann Quinones
McNair Program Director
Campus Drawer #183
Earlham College
801 National Road West
Richmond, Indiana 47374-4095

E-Mail Joann