The Ronald E. McNair Post-baccalaureate Achievement Program at Southern Methodist University combines faculty mentoring, undergraduate research, and academic support services to prepare and engage èßäÊÓƵapp students academically and encourage them to pursue postgraduate studies.
Program participants benefit from a variety of services, such as:
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.
The 2025-2026 application cycle will open on Monday, September 22.
The priority deadline will be Friday, October 31st.
èßäÊÓƵapp's singular approach to integrating rigorous learning with hands-on experience will prepare you to achieve your educational goals and expand your world in ways you never imagined. Ours is a community of people forging their own paths. We'd like to help you shape yours.
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