Scholar Experience

Scholars have access to four transformational summers, a global network of more than 3,300 alumni, a team of advisors, and so much more.

International Gap Year

An opportunity to step away from academia, explore the world, and focus on personal growth for a year before beginning college.

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Scholars enjoy access to world-class faculty and a vibrant student community.

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Four distinct experiences designed to accelerate leadership development, from gaining resilience in the wilderness to pursuing professional internships.

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Special grants that enable scholars to say “yes” to opportunities during the academic year or summer.

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In addition to tuition, books, and room and board, Morehead-Cain offers funding for UNC–Chapel Hill’s more than 400 study abroad programs.

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Learn how scholars are making an impact on campus and beyond.

Alumni Experience

Our global alumni network is more than 3,300 strong. Alumni invest in scholars through mentorship, job and internship opportunities, and philanthropic support.

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Morehead-Cains connect to share opportunities, join affinity groups, organize events, and more.

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Every three years, hundreds of alumni return to campus for a weekend of reunion and learning.

Scholar & Alumni Stories

Learn how scholars are making an impact on campus and beyond, read alumni success stories, and more.

Photo of Güneş Tuğcu ’26
November 04, 2025

Global fellow Güneş Tuğcu ’26 loves to learn and pay it forward

By Kristen Grant, University Communications and Marketing, posted via unc.edu on October 16, 2025.  As…

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October 24, 2025

Meet Morehead-Cain Global Fellow Rotdalmwa Dimka ’26

By Susan Hudson, University Communications and Marketing, posted via unc.edu on October 10, 2025. Global fellow…

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October 23, 2025

Global fellow hopes to explore the United States

By Caroline Daly, University Communications and Marketing, posted via unc.edu on October 2, 2025.  Global…

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