Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Raleigh, North Carolina |
| Online | meredith.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, Meredith College is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 1,706 prospective students applied, and 1,192 were granted admission. Of those admitted 344 enrolled in the school. 1,501 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 210 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $41,104 plus fees of $120. Meredith is ranked 335 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Meredith is rated within the top 39% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Meredith College within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#335 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#234 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in North Carolina
#5 in Best Private Colleges in North Carolina
#318 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Value Colleges in North Carolina
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1098/1273 |
| ACT | 23/29 |
| GPA | 3.52 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 15, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $850 |
| Other Fees | $120 |
| Room and Board | $12,120 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,840 |
| Total One Year Cost | $56,034 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 18% |
| Business | 16% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| Work and Family Studies | 10% |
| Communication | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=198950 IPEDS survey data for Meredith College.
Current students may use the Meredith College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.