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The Scholars Institute at UNLV is committed to diversifying the ranks of American faculty and research institutions by encouraging and preparing undergraduate students who are members of underrepresented groups to pursue doctoral studies.
Contact
Terri Bernstein, MA Ed.
Assistant Director for Undergraduate Research and McNair Scholars Institute
Services
- Assistance with graduate school application materials
- Paid undergraduate research under the guidance of a professor
- Funded travel to academic research conferences
- Academic counseling and tutoring
- Fee waivers for graduate school applications
- Workshops for Ph.D. program preparation
- Assistance with financial aid, including scholarships and fellowship applications
- GRE (Graduate Record Examination) preparation seminar
Eligibility
Students are eligible if they meet the following criteria:
- Are a U.S. Citizen or
- Have completed at least 59 credits
- Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Qualify as a low-income and a first-generation college student or as a member of a group underrepresented in graduate education
- Must be an undergraduate
What is the Cost?
There is no charge other than your commitment to education. Your future is your responsibility!
Application
For more information regarding the submission of your application, or if you have any further questions, please contact us by phone 702-895-4777, or by email caeocollegeprograms@unlv.edu