About the McNair Scholars Program
McNair Scholar Fatima Castro presented her findings on "The Power of Personality."
McNair Scholars Program Services
Research Involvement
With the support of a faculty mentor, McNair Scholars participate in research - with opportunities to publish and present at local, regional and national research conferences.
Graduate School Preparation
Through a series of McNair-guided coursework, scholars will receive GRE test preparation and tailored workshops to prepare for graduate school applications including research experience.
Financial Support
Get paid to do research! TRIO McNair Scholars receive $2,800 to conduct research in the summer; assistance in applying for fellowships, aid and other
funding, as well as application fee waivers to eligible graduate school program.
The McNair Scholars Program at Idaho State University is a federally funded TRIO Program to help students participate in future doctoral studies. The McNair Scholars Program is highly competitive and seeks candidates who are:
- U.S. Citizen or permanent legal resident
- Rising sophomores or current juniors
- 3.2 GPA or higher
- Enrolled full-time at ISU
- First Generation college student
AND
Meet Limited income guidelines
OR - Belong to a group that is underrepresented in graduate
education(African American/Black, American Indian/
Alaskan Native, Hispanic/Latino, or Native Hawaiian/
Pacific Islander)
Paper applications are also available at the TRIO office
(Museum Building Rm 446.)
The TRIO McNair Scholars Program identifies eligible students through the pre-application process. Once students complete the pre-application process, the program coordinator will meet with students to guide them through the following steps:
- Personal Statement
- Resume/CV
- 2 Faculty Recommendations
- Income Verfication
- Copy of College Transcripts
- Program Interview Preparation
Once all steps have been completed, an interview will occur with the Program Director for admissions.
Need Help with the Application Process?
Have questions or need assistance in applying? Contact James Pascali, at (208) 282-3612 or email jamespascali@isu.edu.