Applying to the Program

Now accepting applications for our 30th cohort of McNair Scholars. Application deadline has been extended until October 21!
If you are interested in McNair for Spring 2025, we ask that you double-check for eligibility before applying. You can also contact program director Karina Moncayo-Michel to further discuss how the program can fit your goals.

Applications typically open in the fall semester but McNair staff visits with interested students any time of year! Questions? Email mcnair@ksu.edu.

Your application must include:

Application Form (pdf)

Signature required.

Two Faculty Reference Forms (pdf)

Instruct your references to complete the form and write a letter discussing your academic history and potential. You should provide your information and signature on the forms before giving them to your faculty references. It is recommended that at least one reference holds a Ph.D.

College Transcripts

Include transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended. These may be unofficial transcripts.

Application Essay

Your personal essay should describe your career goals, including your proposed area of graduate study, your reasons for selecting this area, and your reasons for pursuing graduate study. See the "Application Essay" assignment description in the application site for more details.

Submitting the application

Students submit their McNair application documents to Canvas by October 21.
Applicants must request access or accept invitation to the McNair Application site to submit.

Faculty can email letters of reference along with the faculty reference forms to the program at mcnair@ksu.edu or directly to any staff member.