Eligibility Requirements
Am I eligible for McNair?
If you answer “Yes” to all of the questions in either Part A or Part B, you are eligible!
Part A
I am African American, Hispanic, Native American, or Native Pacific Islander:
Yes or No
I am a citizen or permanent resident of the United States, or I have INS documentation of intent to become a citizen.
Yes or No
I am seriously considering going to graduate school:
Yes or No
Part B
Neither of my parents completed a four-year degree:
Yes or No
I (my family) has demonstrated financial need as determined by low income levels established by the U.S. Department of Education. (See Federal income guidelines at https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ope/trio/incomelevels.html)
Yes or No
I am a citizen or permanent resident of the United States, or I have INS documentation of intent to become a citizen.
Yes or No
I am seriously considering going to graduate school:
Yes or No
For more information and to see if you meet the Low Income Requirements, click here
Please Note: Determining financial eligibility can be challenging. Please contact our office with questions or inquiries.