Meredith College
More than 130 years ago, Meredith College opened with just over 200 women. Today, our student population is more than 1,700, and we're ranked regionally and nationally among the best colleges.
Meredith is located in Raleigh, North Carolina's capital city, and part of Research Triangle Park – the country’s premier research and development hub. The area’s thriving economy gives students access to powerful internships that often lead to employment after graduation. 97% of Meredith students participate in internships or other hands-on experiences such as study abroad, undergraduate research with faculty or peers, and community-based learning.
Unique and found only at Meredith is our StrongPoints® program - a personal coaching and advising program. You’ll discover, develop, and learn to use your innate strengths to reach your goals at Meredith and beyond.
The College offers 90 majors, minors, and academic programs including the opportunity for a self-designed major. You’ll study with committed faculty and staff who’ll challenge, encourage, and mentor you to use your strong potential.
In addition, Meredith students typically engage with the Office of Career Planning as early as their first year. Professional staff work with students to determine their ideal career path. Career counselors will assist with selecting a major, assessing skills and talents, participating in mock interviews, securing internships, and negotiating that first employment compensation package.
Meredith's historic and park-like 225-acre campus includes a 1,200-seat amphitheater, lake, six residence halls, student apartments, student center, fitness center, and athletic field and track complex.
So, what's the result of this collaborative, powerful experience? 95% of our graduates would choose Meredith again. 99% rated the value of a Meredith College education as good, very good, or excellent.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
- Not for Profit
- Women’s College
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Admissions Requirements
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | October 30 | December 15 |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | December 1 | May 1 |
| Fall Regular Decision | February 15 | May 1 |
| Other | January 15 |
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Academics
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $43,936 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $43,936 |
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $12,920 |
| Books and Supplies | $850 |
Aid & Grants
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Campus Life
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After Graduation
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What Students Are Saying
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