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
Inside the Empire State Building: How a consulting intern learned that the best business insights require creativity
Benji Garland ’27 spent his Professional Experience summer at Kearney working on a first-of-its-kind telecommunications…
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Civic Collaboration team helps Prospect, Kentucky, plan for life beyond the highway sign
Morehead-Cain Scholar Annabella Rozin ’29 and her team spent the summer listening to a Kentucky…
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Inside Senegal’s fashion ateliers: An engineering student discovers how designers think like engineers
Anjali Sankale ’28 spent her Global Perspective summer in Dakar interviewing designers and artisans about…
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About Morehead-Cain
Morehead-Cain is a community and an experience like no other, challenging emerging leaders to reach their potential and shape societies.