Thank you for your interest in the TRIO McNair Scholars Program at the University of Oregon!

This is the 1st step in the 3-step application process.

Please complete the questions below.

First Name *

Last Name *

UO Email Address *

Date of Birth *

Major(s) *

Anticipated graduation term and year (e.g., Spring 2025) *

Where did you hear about the McNair Scholars Program? *

I am a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident

Tell us about your plans for graduate school. Check all that apply.

I am thinking about graduate school and would like help in exploring my options.

I plan to go to graduate school but not immediately after graduation.

I plan to go to graduate school immediately after graduation but will need financial assistance.

I will go to graduate school immediately after graduation, with or without financial assistance.

I am determined to get a Master's degree, but I am not certain about a Ph.D.

I am determined to get a Ph.D.

I plan to complete a different degree.

If you plan to complete different degree, please tell us what degree(s) you plan to complete.

Thank you for telling us about yourself and your graduate school plans.

The final part is to download and complete the Eligibility Form. The form can be completed by hand or digitally. Upload the completed form before submitting.

Click here to download Eligibility Form

TRIO programs are funded by the U.S. Department of Education and have specific eligibility for program participants. Participants must be low-income first generation college students, OR groups underrepresented in graduate education.

Financial Qualifications for TRIO Programs by Size of Family Unit and State: Federal TRiO Programs: Current-Year Low-Income Levels

Upload your completed and signed eligibility form below by clicking on "Choose File". Then click on "Submit Application" button to submit your eligibility form.

*Note. The Eligibility Form is NOT the McNair Scholars Application. If you are found to be eligible based on the federal regulations we will send you an email inviting you to apply - see Step 2 in diagram at top.

You will receive a notification with 5 days whether or not you are eligible and next steps.

Stay tuned to your uoregon email!

If you have any trouble please email mcnair@uoregon.edu

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