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.

The UNC Women’s Soccer team holds their trophies on the field.
December 19, 2024

UNC Women’s Soccer reclaims the crown

UNC Women’s Soccer achieved a historic victory on December 9, defeating Wake Forest 1–0 at…

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A group of Morehead-Cain Scholars stand in raincoats by the shore of Lake Superior with a double rainbow behind them.
December 17, 2024

The Catalyze podcast: Scholar stories: Celebrating 50 years of the Morehead-Cain Summer Enrichment Program

As Morehead-Cain celebrates 50 years of the Summer Enrichment Program, we asked scholars to share…

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Brook Cheuvront and family speaks with Tim Cheney of Morehead-Cain in front of the Foundation office.
September 27, 2024

In loving memory of Brook Cheuvront ’26

Brook Cheuvront ’26 will be remembered for her kindness, intellectual curiosity, and deep love of…

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