A STRONG STUDENT
KNOWS HER
WORTH. A GUIDE TO SCHOLARSHIPS
You are a strong student. Determined. Conscientious. At Meredith, you’ll be challenged to use your strengths to reach your full potential. And you’ll be surrounded by other strong-minded women from across the country and around the world who share your passion for learning. You’ll collaborate with faculty on in-depth research. Grow as a leader. Build relationships with mentors in your field. Engage in cultural enrichment opportunities and specialized courses. Through our powerful educational experience, you’ll become even stronger.
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Apply – Meredith Legacy and Presidential Scholars are
MEREDITH LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP – awarded to students with a strong history of superior academic achievement, intellectual curiosity, and demonstrated influence as a leader. Meredith’s most prestigious scholarship provides full tuition, room and board, books and supplies, inter-
selected from Honors Program applicants. The deadline to apply for the Honors Program is January 15. Students are encouraged to apply to the College via Early Decision (binding) or Early Action (non-binding) and must also be admitted to the College by January 15. Download the application at meredith.edu/financial-assistance.
national study, and other enrichment opportunities – an estimated value of $200,000 over four years.
ACADEMIC MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS AND TUITION
Academic Profile – Average SAT (ERW + M)/ACT: 1510/34;
GRANTS – awarded to entering first-year students to
Average weighted GPA: 4.55
recognize academic ability, achievement, and leadership potential. Scholarship awards range from $17,000 to
PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP – awarded to entering
$20,000 and are renewable for a total of four years.
first-year students with outstanding academic credentials,
Tuition grants range from $12,000 to $16,000.
intellectual promise, and leadership ability. Students
Academic Profile – Test scores: Range from 1100 SAT
receive full tuition for four years and participate in enrichment opportunities, which include travel and special events with the president of the College – an
(ERW + M) or 22 ACT to near perfect scores. Average GPAs (unweighted): 3.49-4.0
estimated value of $150,000 over four years. Academic Profile – Average SAT (ERW + M)/ACT: 1480/32; Average weighted GPA: 4.3
All students admitted to Meredith College are automatically considered for Academic Merit Scholarships or Tuition Grants. Merit scholarships and tutition grants are awarded within two weeks of notification of admission.
“Having the Legacy Scholarship meant being at a place that really fostered my talents and everything that I’m looking forward to in life. Meredith has taught me to stand firm in what I want and pursue any goal that I might have.” — Tia Joyce, ’16, Meredith Legacy Scholar
LET US REWARD YOUR HARD WORK. You’ve studied hard. Aced exams. Completed applications and essays. And now it’s time to reap the rewards. That’s why Meredith College offers merit-based scholarships for high-achieving students. Meredith graduates are known for their intelligence, confidence, and strong work ethic. We think you’ll fit right in.
Over 95% of first-year students receive scholarships or financial assistance.
SCHOLARS PROGRAMS HONORS PROGRAM – offers gifted and motivated students a learning environment with a rigorous curriculum that reflects the highest level of research, creativity, and critical thinking at the College. Students accepted into the Honors Program participate in innovative courses, travel opportunities, cultural enrichment programs, and community-based learning. Apply – Access the application at meredith.edu/honors. PASCHAL SCHOLARS – offers incoming first-year students the opportunity to participate in learning community and mentor relationships that are focused on women’s success in STEM fields. Paschal Scholars intend to major in computer science, mathematics, science, or engineering. Recipients demonstrate academic potential. Apply – Access the application at meredith.edu/ financial-assistance.
Department of Art and are invited to bring their artwork to campus and interview with art faculty. These scholarships may be renewed annually for a total of four years. INTERIOR DESIGN SCHOLARSHIPS – awarded to incoming first-year students pursuing a major in interior design on the basis of scholarship and potential for success in the field. Finalists for the award are invited to campus to present samples of their creative work and interview with faculty. These awards may be renewed annually for a total of four years. MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS – awarded to incoming firstyear students pursuing a major in music on the basis of outstanding musical talent, academic ability, potential achievement in the field, and recommendations. Finalists for the awards are invited to campus to audition for and interview with music faculty. These awards may be renewed annually for a total of four years.
MEREDITH TEACHING FELLOWS – offers a dynamic education enriched with opportunities to gain handson classroom experience, learn from education professionals, participate in study abroad, and enroll in Honors courses. Each Meredith Teaching Fellow is paired with an experienced public school teacher for a unique two-year mentorship program.
THEATRE SCHOLARSHIPS – awarded to incoming firstyear students pursuing a major in theatre on the basis of talent in theatre. Applicants must audition with theatre faculty to be considered for these scholarships.
Apply – Access the application at meredith.edu/ teachfel.
The deadline to apply for Scholars Programs or
TALENT SCHOLARSHIPS ART SCHOLARSHIPS – awarded to incoming first-year students pursuing a major in art on the basis of artistic talent determined through a digital portfolio submission. Finalists for the awards are selected by the faculty of the
Apply – Access the Meredith Talent Scholarship application at meredith.edu/financial-assistance.
Talent Scholarships is January 15. Students must also be admitted to the College by January 15. Applying early is recommended. Students invited to interview or audition for Scholars Programs or Talent Scholarships complete their interviews or auditions at Scholars Weekend in mid-February. Scholarship recipients are notified by mid-March.
$23.4 million in scholarships and grants available from Meredith College. TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS
OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS
ACADEMIC INCENTIVE SCHOLARSHIP – $8,000 $11,000 annual scholarship for students transferring from a U.S. accredited four-year institution or community college. Amount of scholarship is based on academic credentials submitted with the application for admission. Renewable for up to six semesters and requires full-time enrollment.
THOMAS MEREDITH BAPTIST HERITAGE
PHI THETA KAPPA SCHOLARSHIPS – $5,000 annual scholarship for members of Phi Theta Kappa who have earned a minimum of 30 transferrable credits. Official documentation of PTK induction must be provided. This scholarship can be combined with the Academic Incentive Scholarship and requires full-time enrollment. Apply – Transfer Scholarships require no separate application.
SCHOLARSHIP – awarded to incoming first-year students on the basis of academic excellence, outstanding church and community service, and leadership ability. Recipients must be members of a North Carolina Baptist church and provide a recommendation from a church official. The scholarships are renewable for a total of four years. Apply – Download Thomas Meredith Scholarship applications at meredith.edu/financial-assistance. YELLOW RIBBON SCHOLARSHIPS – matches certain grant and scholarship contributions from Meredith to veterans and their eligible dependents. Maximum VA benefit is $20,235. Meredith will provide grants and scholarships up to $5,000 per student. Learn more at meredith.edu/financial-assistance/veterans-benefits and www.gibill.va.gov.
Find more information and access scholarship applications at meredith.edu/financial-assistance.
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125 YEARS
GOING STRONG
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