Eligibility Requirements

You must meet one of the following criteria:

• You are a first generation college student from an economically disadvantaged background, or
• You are from an ethnic group underrepresented in graduate programs, specifically African-American, Latino, or Native American.

You must also:

• Be a US citizen or permanent resident.
• Be an undergraduate student at Binghamton University.
• Have a good record of academic achievement (minimum GPA 3.0).
• Be committed to attending graduate school.
• Be a hard worker that will do what it takes to be your best.
• Be a sophomore or junior (seniors are accepted on a limited basis).

Targeted disciplines:

Your major should be in the social sciences, natural sciences and humanities. Students in other disciplines who have a keen interest in attending graduate school are encouraged to apply. However, first priority is given to students in the targeted disciplines.

Please note that seniors with a strong academic record are encouraged to apply also. A limited number of seniors will be accepted each year.

Apply by downloading the application: PDF Version. After downloading the application, you can either bring it in person to the McNair office located in the CIW libary or mail it to the address given below .

Mailing Address:

McNair Scholars Program
PO Box 6000
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY 13902-6000