APPLY TO BE A UCONN McNAIR SCHOLAR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCHER
Are you a second or third year STEM major intrigued to be involved in undergraduate research and considering graduate school, but not sure how to begin? You may be eligible to apply to be a UConn McNair Scholar starting this semester!
More about the program can be found here: https://cap.uconn.edu/msp/,
Here are some highlights:
- Establish a research mentor
- Participate in research during the academic semesters until graduation and during our graduate school preparatory summer program
- Gain professional development skillsets
- Learn how to be a stronger academic writer, scientific presenter, and critical thinker
- Regularly connect 1:1 with the McNair office to tackle your academic, professional, and personal goals
- Step by step guidance on building a strong graduate school application portfolio
- Funding for summer research and conference participation
Application link: https://cap.uconn.edu/msp/apply/
Due: before 12noon on Wednesday, October 14, and 2 letters of recommendation by Wednesday, October 21.
To begin the application: click the SCHOLAR button to be able to access the entire application and all of the questions. Without clicking SCHOLAR, you also won’t be able to properly submit the application.
Before proceeding past the first tab, check your eligibility based on US Dept of Education regulations.
As soon as you decide you are applying, email renee.gilberti@uconn.edu a brief note that you are applying and to schedule your interview. Virtual, group interview scheduling will be finalized before October 14. All sessions will occur via WebEx.
Any questions, do not hesitate to email or set up a time for a virtual chat with McNair Program Coordinator, Dr. Renee Gilberti: renee.gilberti@uconn.edu
Dr. Renee has been hosting office hours and there are 3 more to go! Please drop in during one of these times.
https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/rmg03003
- 10/2: 1-2pm
- 10/7: 9-10am
- 10/9: 1-2pm
Note: as a first or second year student, you may also consider the McNair Fellows Program, a 1-semester training opportunity each fall semester. That application is available each January, due mid-February. Please email Dr. Renee to learn more & visit our webpage: https://cap.uconn.edu/msp/fellows-program/ .
For more information, contact: Renee Gilberti, PhD at renee.gilberti@uconn.edu