Morehead-Cain Scholarship

Summary

• Host Institution: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• Level of Education: Undergraduate
• Deadline: Early November (varies slightly each year)
• Eligibility: High school seniors
• Number of Scholarships: Approximately 30

The Morehead-Cain Scholarship is a highly competitive and prestigious scholarship offered by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It provides full funding for undergraduate education and offers a unique leadership development programme. They are looking for leaders who can influence, energise, and inspire others to make an impact. Who do you aspire to be? Are you ready to add your mark to the Morehead-Cain legacy?

Morehead-Cains are members of a special group—one that well understands the dedication that excellence demands. They have demonstrated a desire to use their gifts and abilities to the fullest. Success has been a natural outcome of hard work; failure has been a call to lead and to create new strategies.

But being a Morehead-Cain means much more than mere achievement. They share a set of characteristics that inspire growth—from without and from within.

Benefits

• Full tuition and fees: This covers the entire cost of attendance.
• Room and Board: Provides housing and meals on campus.
• Books and Supplies: Covers the cost of textbooks and other academic materials.
• Laptop and Internet: Provides laptop and internet access.
• Travel Allowance: Funds for domestic and international travel.
• Leadership Development: Participation in a rigorous leadership development programme.
• Community: Membership in a vibrant community of talented scholars.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Students in North Carolina are eligible to enter the selection process via nomination by their school or self-nomination.
2. Students in the United States attending a nominating school or program are eligible to apply if nominated by their school or program.
3. Students in Canada are eligible to enter the selection process via nomination.
4. Students in the United Kingdom are eligible to enter the selection process via nomination.
5. International students attending a nominating school or program are eligible to apply if nominated by their school or program.

Each applicant must meet the following criteria:

• Academic Excellence: Outstanding academic performance with a strong GPA and standardised test scores.
• Leadership: demonstrated leadership qualities in school, community, or extracurricular activities.
• Service: commitment to community service and making a positive impact.
• Character: integrity, honesty, and a strong moral compass.
• Creativity: ability to think creatively and solve problems.

1. How to Apply
2. Submit Common Application: Complete the Common Application and submit it by the early November deadline.
3. Write Essays: Submit required essays as part of the application.
4. Request Letters of Recommendation: Ask teachers and mentors to submit letters of recommendation.
5. Interview: If selected as a finalist, participate in a rigorous interview process.
6. Additional Information:

• For more details and to apply, visit the Morehead-Cain Scholarship website: https://www.moreheadcain.org/

Note: The application process and specific requirements may change slightly each year, so it’s essential to check the official website for the most up-to-date information.