Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls McNair Program provides an enriching educational experience for eligible students interested in pursuing a research-based advanced degree, typically their Ph.D.

The McNair Program was established in commemoration of Ronald E. McNair, an African-American laser physicist and astronaut killed in the Challenger explosion. The program is designed to prepare eligible undergraduates in their pursuit of doctoral studies. McNair Scholars participate in courses, seminars, and workshops on topics related to graduate school preparation, conduct a funded research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor and have the opportunity to present their research at local, regional and national conferences. To be eligible, a student must be:

• A first-generation college student from a low-income background, or
• A member of a historically underrepresented group (self-identify as African-American or Black; Hispanic/Latinx; Native American or Alaska Native; or a Native Hawaiian or Native Pacific Islander).

Visit the Eligibility page for more information.

The UW-River Falls McNair Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Education TRIO Program.

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