The UW-Madison Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program (McNair Scholars Program) is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year!
Applications will remain open on the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WiSH) through October 1st, 2026
The McNair Scholars Program is an academic excellence opportunity for undergraduate students with aspirations and strong academic potential for advancing toward doctoral (Ph.D.) study upon completing the bachelor’s degree. The program bridges undergraduate and graduate education through academic, research, and scholarly experiences. Students selected for the McNair Scholars Program join a supportive community of peers, faculty, staff, and alums. They engage in research with university faculty, attend regular seminars on preparing for graduate school, seek graduate school funding, and meet and network frequently with students with similar aspirations. McNair Scholars receive research stipends and enjoy opportunities to attend conferences and travel to prospective graduate campuses.
For more information on the McNair Scholars Program, please visit https://mcnair.wisc.edu/ or email us at mcnair.scholars@wisc.edu.