Morehead-Cain Scholarship

Name: Morehead-Cain Scholarship

Award Amount:

• Full four-year scholarship covering all expenses for undergraduate study at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
• Additional funding for four distinct summer enrichment experiences, including:
  • Outdoor Leadership
  • Civic Collaboration
  • Global Perspective
  • Professional Experience

Overview:

The Morehead-Cain Scholarship is a prestigious merit-based scholarship program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Established in 1951, it was the first merit scholarship program in the United States. The program seeks to identify and cultivate leaders of exceptional promise, providing them with the resources and opportunities to make a significant impact on the university, state, nation, and world.

Eligibility Criteria:

• High school seniors on track to graduate in the spring.
• Exhibit exceptional qualities in leadership, character, scholarship, and physical vigor.
• Nomination by a designated nominating school or through the Admissions Referral Program for out-of-state and international students.
• Competitive applicants to UNC-Chapel Hill.

Application Requirements:

• Nomination by a designated nominating school or program.
• Completion of the Morehead-Cain Scholarship application, which includes:
  • Personal essays
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Academic transcripts
  • Standardized test scores (if applicable)
• Participation in multiple rounds of interviews and selection activities.

Application Timeline:

• Nomination Deadline: Varies by nominating school or program; typically in the early fall.
• Application Deadline: Shortly after nomination; specific dates provided upon nomination.
• Selection Process: Includes semifinalist and finalist interviews, concluding in the spring.
• Award Notification: Recipients are informed following the final selection process.

Additional Information:

• The scholarship is renewable for four years, contingent upon maintaining satisfactory academic progress and adherence to program expectations.
• Scholars are part of a vibrant community and have access to a network of peers, alumni, and mentors.
• For detailed guidelines and application instructions, visit the official Morehead-Cain Scholarship website.

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