An unparalleled opportunity for the world’s
brightest student leaders.
brightest student leaders.
Who We Are Looking For
You have completed two years of undergraduate study by August 2026. You have shown you can handle a rigorous university courseload and are discovering new opportunities to lead within your community.
You relish an unbounded and self-directed learning opportunity. You are ready to take a year away for deep research and broad exploration, knowing you will return to your home university to share your learnings and graduate with your degree.
You strive to lead and serve your community. You recognize the importance of giving back and strengthening the communities you are a part of, whether locally or globally, and aspire to use your skills to empower others.
You demonstrate curiosity, resilience, and integrity. You approach challenges with an open mind, embrace personal growth, and remain steadfast in your commitment to excellence and ethical leadership.
You are a risk taker. As a global fellow, you will step off the traditional educational path in your home country and join a dynamic community of Morehead-Cains.
What You’ll Receive
A transformative year with full funding. Tuition, fees, living expenses, and enrichment opportunities are fully covered, so you can focus on making the most of your fellowship.
Academic excellence at UNC–Chapel Hill. You’ll have access to world-class faculty, engage in cutting-edge research, and pursue interdisciplinary courses at one of the top universities in the United States.
Intentional leadership development. Engage in programs and workshops designed to challenge you in new ways. Morehead-Cain will cultivate your leadership potential, sharpen your problem-solving skills, and prepare you to tackle global challenges.
Cultural and intellectual exploration. Immerse yourself in a vibrant campus community in the United States while gaining a deeper understanding of diverse perspectives from peers and mentors worldwide.
A global network of leaders. Build lifelong connections with Morehead-Cain Global Fellows, scholars, and a distinguished alumni network who are leaders across industries and continents.
Meet the Inaugural Morehead-Cain Global Fellows
Morehead-Cains come from across the globe.
Takhona Hlatshwako ’22 named Rhodes Scholar to…
Alumnus Kimathi Muiruri becomes Carolina’s 54th Rhodes…
Maria Silva ’22 named Schwarzman Scholar
