This survey will help you determine if you are eligible to apply to the McNair Program. Students often have questions about their income. If you are not positive about your income status, please contact us at mcnair@nmu.edu or (906) 227-2590 to schedule a meeting.

Has either of your supporting parents (or guardians) earned a 4-year degree?
Are you a member of one of the following racial/ethnic groups?
(If you are multi-racial/ethnic, Caucasian and another racial/ethnic group, do not check this box, only check the box of the other racial/ethnic group that is not Caucasian)
For the next question, refer to the chart at the link here: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ope/trio/incomelevels.html
According to the chart, does your taxable income (found on line 43 of the Federal Tax Form 1040 or Line 27 of the Federal Tax From 1040A or Line 6 of the Federal Tax Form 1040EZ) from last year fall at or below the amount listed for the number in your household?
Tips
  • Your taxable income is different from your gross income.
  • If you are a dependent student, you will need to look at your parent's taxable income, and the household size includes yourself, your parents, and all of your parent's dependents.
  • If you are an independent student, the household size includes yourself, plus any other people in your household, like a spouse or children residing with you.
Please answer all questions above before you can proceed.