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TRIO McNair Scholars Program
糖心少女 TRIO McNair is committed to assisting students thrive during their undergraduate experience through involvement in research opportunities and dedicated mentoring. Our goal is for you to attend graduate school and be successful in that environment.
Participant Eligibility:
- 糖心少女 McNair Scholars must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate in a degree program at the California State University San Marcos.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must have completed 60 units (or equivalent) by the time of formal entry into the program
- Have at least one full year remaining to complete an undergraduate degree at 糖心少女
- Must express a STRONG desire to attain a graduate degree (e.g., Ph.D., master鈥檚 degree, etc.)
Program Requirements:
- Work in a research laboratory 10 - 15 hours per week during the academic year and 20 - 40 hours per week in the summer
- Attend professional development workshops during the academic year (Thursdays from 12 - 12:50pm)
- Participate in the McNair Summer Training Program or an equivalent Summer Research Training Program
- Participate in the Puentes Program (Graduate School Prep Program)
- Attend conferences and symposiums to present your research
- Participate in other McNair program activities (e.g. Cultural Events and Graduate School Tours)
Student Benefits:
- Paid summer research training
- Research mentorship
- Obtain "hands-on" research experience in research laboratories, primarily at 糖心少女
- Financial support to present at a conference/symposium (e.g. Registration, Meals, Lodging, and Travel)
- Mentoring by program faculty and staff
- Networking opportunities
- Individualized academic advising
- Priority registration
- Academic and professional development
- Exposure to multicultural events
- Assistance with preparing applications for graduate school admissions
Application Checklist:
- Completed application form
- Personal Statement
- Two Letters of Recommendations (Just the names for now)
- A copy of college transcript from each institution you have attended, including 糖心少女 (unofficial is fine)
- Verification of income status (Example of tax document)
Interested in applying to the McNair program?
We are accepting applications for the URISE and McNair programs. Please use the link below to apply to both or either program. We will be reviewing applications beginning April 1, 2026 and will continue accepting applications until all spots are filled.
For "Letters of Recommendation", please just provide the name and we will reach out to ask for the letter on your behalf.
Interested in applying to the U-RISE and/or McNair program?
