For students
Maybe nobody’s told you yet — you might be an Exponential Scholar.
We look for young people with a spark — the drive to learn, to lead, and to make things better. If that sounds like you, keep reading.
Who we look for
- You're deeply curious.
- You love playing with ideas.
- You learn for the joy of it — not for grades or rewards.
- You set hard goals and go after them.
- You can focus and stay with something.
- You bounce back when things don't work the first time.
- You live in North Carolina.
- You're between 10 and 18.
What Scholars get
A real experience, built to change what you believe is possible.
Academic excellence
Big ideas and real-world problems. Summer and weekend programs that stretch how you think.
Becoming a leader
Skill-building, role-play, and outdoor challenges that help you lead with confidence.
No barriers
Everything is free. You also get a yearly Discovery Stipend to learn a new skill and teach it to your group.
Support built around you
A specialist works one-on-one with your family to find whatever help you need.
Everything is free of charge to Scholars and their families.
