If you want to pursue a doctorate and would like to conduct undergraduate research, see if you are eligible for Winthrop’s McNair Scholars Program. We offer support to pursue a doctorate, starting with a paid summer research internship ($2800 plus summer housing, meals, and free tuition for MCNR 300). Once selected, we work with each McNair participant to prepare them to conduct high quality research with a faculty mentor who holds a doctorate in a related field. Then, we support each McNair Scholar through the remainder their undergraduate career to help them with every step of finding, getting into, funding, and succeeding in doctoral programs. All majors are welcome. Winthrop McNair Scholars present their research at professional conferences and many have earned national awards for their presentations. Learn about our outstanding Scholars’ summer research projects here.
At least two-thirds of every McNair cohort must meet the TRiO definitions of being first generation college students and low-income individuals. Up to 100% of each cohort may meet these TRiO criteria. Beginning in 2025, the Winthrop McNair Advisory Board will only select new participants who are otherwise eligible and meet the TRiO first gen and low-income criteria. Application details and links to the forms are below.
Are you eligible to be a Winthrop McNair Scholar?
If you are interested in Winthrop's McNair Scholars Program, but do not know if you are eligible, complete the online survey or e-mail mcnair@winthrop.edu to inquire about your eligibility.
Apply if you can say "yes" to all of the following.
**(1) A low-income individual who is a first-generation college student;
Eligible sophomores, juniors, and Seniors at Winthrop, including transfer students, as well as undergraduates from other four-year SC institutions are encouraged to apply. In addition to Winthrop students, our program has served students at Clemson, Coastal Carolina, College of Charleston, Columbia College, Limestone, and Wofford.
To learn more about the program or your eligibility after you have reviewed this website, contact the program at mcnair@winthrop.edu. Please contact mcnair@winthrop.edu if you are interested in arranging or attending a Winthrop McNair info session. You can also learn about the program by checking out our program flyer.