America’s first merit scholarship program at America’s first public university.
Application & Eligibility
Who We’re
Looking For
We’re looking for leaders of high character and intellect who seek to leave a positive impact on Carolina and the world.
Eligibility
Information
If you’ve read about the Morehead-Cain and believe it is a good fit for you, the next step is to find out if you’re eligible to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Review our frequently asked questions page to learn more about the application process.
Impact & Experience
The Morehead-Cain challenges emerging leaders to seize their education and positively impact the University, state, nation, and world.
Support Our Work
Morehead-Cain Alumni and other supporters accelerate our impact every day. From making a donation to becoming a Nominating Partner, there are many ways to support the Program and scholars.
News & Updates
Civic Collaboration team builds mobile clinic to catch dementia earlier in Grand Rapids
They’d just finished touring a dementia care facility and meeting its leaders when they stepped…
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Amy Stursberg and Chris Schroeder join Morehead-Cain Foundation Board of Trustees
Amy Stursberg of New York, New York, and Chris Schroeder of Washington, D.C., have joined…
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Morehead-Cains on the move | Summer 2026
Morehead-Cain Alumni landed new jobs, received accolades, stepped into new seasons of life, and more….
About Morehead-Cain
Morehead-Cain is a community and an experience like no other, challenging emerging leaders to reach their potential and shape societies.
