The McNair Scholars Program prepares selected UC Berkeley undergraduates for graduate study at the doctoral level. Twenty to thirty McNair Scholars are selected each year to participate in both academic and summer activities. The McNair Scholars Program aims to increase numbers of groups underrepresented in doctoral programs. Who Qualifies? Students who meet the following criteria: Completion of at least 60 units 3.0 minimum cumulative UC Berkeley GPA US Citizenship or permanent US Residency Qualify as either a first-generation college student who also has an income level established by the US Department of Education; or a member of a group that is underrepresented in graduate education. Preference is given to students who have previously participated in a TRIO program.