The funds allocated to McNair Scholars are intended to support completion of your research project and your development as a scholar. Research Grant awards are specifically allocated to purchase resources necessary to complete your research project (see specifications below). Awards may be up to but not exceeding $500. Currently, applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Eligibility Requirement: In order to make use of McNair Scholars funds, you must be in good standing with the program. This means that you:

are currently enrolled in classes at UNC and in good academic standing (min. 3.0 GPA).
regularly attend and participate in all program activities, including classes, workshops/seminars, one-on-one conferences, and other scheduled events.
are up-to-date on course assignments and required program documentation.

Application Check List: Each of the below elements must be included with your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application form - must be complete and legible in order to be considered for funding.
Cover letter explaining what, specifically, you are requesting, how the requested resources will contribute to your research project, and how this research will contribute to your education and future career as well as benefit the greater community.
Brief project prospectus – no more than two (single-spaced) pages in length. Please include: brief review of foundational literature, your research question(s), proposed methodology, and other pertinent information.
Budget expense sheet with an itemized list of proposed resources.
Description of what will happen with tangible materials following the research project (if applicable). For example: Will you have restricted access that will expire after a period of time? Will materials become your personal property, property of your respective department at UNC, or property of the McNair program?

Completed applications and attachments are due no later than one week prior to purchase/travel. Please submit applications and required materials to the UNC McNair office.

If you receive funding, you will be reimbursed for approved costs (see below for “approved costs”).
TO BE REIMBURSED: Save all receipts. Within 7 DAYS of return/purchase, visit the McNair Scholars office to remit receipts and complete any additional paperwork.