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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

A photo collage of the Morehead-Cain Class of 2028
May 01, 2024

Introducing the Morehead-Cain Class of 2028

The Morehead-Cain Foundation is pleased to announce the members of its class of 2028, who…

  • News
Headshots of the four scholars wearing business attire. From left to right: Christopher Jaime Arraya ’26, Kassandra Ciriza-Monreal ’26, Daniel Simon ’26, and Mary Esposito ’26.
April 09, 2024

The Catalyze podcast: Meet some of the new scholars through the Morehead-Cain Sophomore Selection process

Morehead-Cain launched the Sophomore Selection process in fall 2023 to identify current sophomores at Carolina…

  • Podcasts
There are two photos. In the one on the left, Charles Konkolics ’26 takes a selfie wearing a blue athletic t-shirt. There are mountains and natural brush behind him. In the one on the right, Charles is juggling on a rock overlooking the coast. There are buildings and the ocean in the background.
April 09, 2024

A Semester of Hope: Studying abroad in Cape Town, South Africa with Charles Konkolics ’26

Written by Flavia Nunez Ludeiro ’26 of the Morehead-Cain Scholar Media Team Last semester, Charles…

  • News

About Morehead-Cain

Morehead-Cain is a community and an experience like no other, challenging emerging leaders to reach their potential and shape societies.

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