Who Should Apply?

  • Any undergraduate who wishes to pursue the Ph.D. degree and who meets the following criteria.
  • Have a minimum grade point average of at least 3.0.
  • United States citizen, or permanent resident.
  • Member of a traditionally underrepresented group in graduate education or low-income and first-generation college student
  • Any sophomore who plans to obtain 60 credits in the current semester are encouraged to apply.
  • Available during the 6-week summer session.


Where to Apply?

For further information about the Ronald E. McNair Program, contact:

Ronald E. McNair Program
Howard University
Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
4th and College Streets, NW Room 307
Washington, DC 20059
(202) 806-4708/4698


How to Apply?

This application form can be printed out, and when completed mailed to the address located on the form.

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