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.

April 01, 2025

The Catalyze podcast: Kickin’ It in the Kitchen, with Nigel Parker ’25 and host Allyson Horst ’27

Welcome to Kickin’ It in the Kitchen, a miniseries by the Catalyze podcast that showcases…

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March 05, 2025

Sixty-five UNC–Chapel Hill faculty, staff honored by Morehead-Cain seniors for excellence in teaching and mentorship

The Morehead-Cain Class of 2025 honored a group of faculty and staff members from UNC–Chapel…

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February 11, 2025

The Catalyze podcast: Meet the Sophomore Selection scholars in the class of 2027

This past fall, fifteen students enrolled at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill…

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