Exponential Scholars ignites the potential of gifted youth across our state, transforming bright minds into the visionary leaders of tomorrow

We believe every brilliant young mind deserves the opportunity to soar and to discover just how far their gifts can take them, especially those in rural, low-income, or storm-battered communities

Four Pillars

Academic Excellence

Nurture intellectual vitality while challenging exceptional minds with real-world problem solving, scholarly depth and vibrant discussions, delivered in summer and weekend programs

Cultivating Leaders

Craft confident, visionary leaders ready to drive meaningful change in their communities through role plays, facilitated skill-building sessions, and unique outdoor challenges

Barrier-Free Access

Full financial support for supplemental activities, ensuring talent, not economics, determines outcomes. This includes the Annual Discovery Stipend ($500-2,000) for students to pursue experiences outside of our program where they can learn then share a new skill with their cohort

Tailored Support

Offering student support specialists to help families identity and access needed resources in 1:1 partnership

You might be an Exponential Scholar if you are….

  • Very curious

  • Love to engage with ideas

  • Have a passion for learning for it’s own sake - not grades or rewards

  • Ambitious to achieve hard goals

  • Focused and consistent

  • Resilient in the face of set-backs - undeterred

  • Reside in a North Carolina community that is underserved

  • Ages 10-18

Our Bold Vision

By 2030, Exponential Scholars will engage 1,000 gifted students per year across the state, developing a dynamic network of young innovators, leaders, and world-changers. Each Scholar experiences a life-defining moment that reshapes their understanding of what's possible.

All at no cost to families.

The Journey Begins Now

In 2025, we are designing the program. Our founding cohort of 20-50 exceptional students launches in 2026. As we learn and refine our approach, we'll scale thoughtfully, so every Scholar receives the unparalleled experience they deserve.