Supporting Student Research
The McNair Scholars Program supports undergraduate research through a dedicated research experience. Students enroll in our three courses throughout second-quarter spring, summer, and second-quarter fall. All courses are online and tuition/fees are covered by the program so they are free to McNair participants. In these courses, students learn how to conduct research and design their own research project. In the summer, they conduct research. In the fall, they present and publish their findings.
A Bachelor's Degree Is Just the Beginning
Whether you already know a Master's or Doctoral program is in your future or are unsure if you want to pursue an advanced degree, the McNair Scholars Program is here to help!
Our dedicated staff advise, support, and equip students when making post-baccalaureate goals. We also provide assistance in reducing or eliminating financial burdens that can accompany graduate school searching and application processes.
Here's how we can help you!
- Three FREE 1-credit courses in spring, summer, and fall
- A $2,800 stipend for summer research
- Faculty advisement and faculty mentoring
- Career exploration and development
- Funds for conferences, graduate school visits, and graduate school interviews
- Fee waivers for graduate school application fees
- Free Graduate Records Examination preparation
- Financial literacy information and help in securing graduate school funding
- A support system to help you reach your research and graduate school goals!
McNair Applications Update
As of May 2026, the McNair Program at UW-Stout has been REINSTATED. We are now taking new applications for Summer 2026. All McNair programming will be online for the summer to allow for maximum accessibility. If interested, please contact Sarah Wynn, Jennifer Giesking, or fill out our application.
To be eligible for the McNair Scholars Program, you must:
- Be a first-generation college student AND low-income
- Be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
- Be enrolled in an undergraduate program at UW-Stout
