Morehead-Cain Scholarship (UNC-Chapel Hill)
Morehead-Cain Foundation
Key Details
Location
Chapel Hill, NC
Format
Remote
Deadline
No fixed deadline
Compensation
Full cost of attendance for four years plus summers (per foundation materials).
Cost
Free
Grades
12th grade
Time commitment
Application timeline posted annually; aligns with UNC first-year admission.
About This Opportunity
The Morehead-Cain Scholarship is one of the most selective merit programs in the country. Scholars receive four years of funding for the full cost of attendance at UNC-Chapel Hill plus summer programs and discovery funding. North Carolina students may apply through school nomination or other published pathways; all candidates must also complete UNC admissions requirements.
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Who it fits
For students planning for college or career training
Eligibility
On track to graduate high school; competitive applicant to UNC-Chapel Hill; meet Morehead-Cain nomination or direct-application criteria outlined on moreheadcain.org.
How to Apply
Visit the official application page to get started:
Apply on Morehead-Cain FoundationTopics
Source Details
- Source
- Morehead-Cain Foundation
- Official page
- https://www.moreheadcain.org/application-eligibility/eligibility-information/north-carolina/
- Last checked
- May 9, 2026
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