WHAT MAKES
YOU STRONG?
On the cover: Alexandra Kandah, ’18, majored in psychology and now works as a Clinical Research Specialist with the Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development.
What makes you strong? You’re a determined, focused student who is approaching one of the biggest decisions you’ve ever made: where to attend college. The good news? You already know what you want. You know what you’re good at, you have an idea of what you want to do, and you probably can even name many of your strengths. More good news: Whether you already have a road map to your future or you’re just starting to think about it, at Meredith, we can help you make a plan to become even stronger. Come to Meredith. See what strong looks like for you.
A strong education prepares you for an ever-changing world. At Meredith, we provide an academic environment that combines a rigorous college education with a variety of hands-on learning opportunities. You’ll acquire the knowledge you need to adapt to a continually changing and increasingly global workplace, and you’ll have the practical experience that employers and graduate programs expect. Career Readiness Meredith’s strong history of
StrongPoints® Research shows that successful
educating women has made us experts in helping
people consistently play to their strengths. That’s why
students develop flexible skills that have a lasting value –
we developed StrongPoints, an advising and personal
skills that employers tell us are important.
coaching program found only at Meredith.
What are some of these skills?
How does it work?
• Critical thinking
• You’ll identify your top strengths
• Written and verbal communication
• You’ll work with trained faculty and staff advisers to
• Research and data analysis • Collaboration with others
develop and make the most of your strengths • You’ll take them into account as you develop your academic goals, out-of-class activities, financial plans,
Real-World Learning At Meredith, we’ve found that
and career choice.
learning by doing is the best way to ensure what you’re learning stays with you. Applying classroom learning
By building on your strengths while at Meredith,
in a real-world setting brings depth to your academic
you’ll set the stage for a more successful,
experience. It also helps reaffirm your career choice by
fulfilled life.
trying out what you’re studying.
97.7% of students participate in an applied learning experience such as study abroad, undergraduate research, or internships.
Hover your phone’s camera here to watch a video about StrongPoints.
CHRISTINA COWPERTHWAIT, ’19 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BUSINESS-MINDED
ANIMAL LOVER. DETERMINED TO HAVE
AN IMPACT. CRUSHED ENTREPRENEURSHIP
CHALLENGE. (TWICE.)
MENTORED
STUDENT ENTREPRENEURS. STARTED
MBA HER SENIOR YEAR.
Getting involved at Meredith is easy – it’s also a great way to make the most of college. Join one (or more) of the approximately 100 clubs and organizations. Compete as an athlete – Meredith fields 10 NCAA Division III sports. Help produce a campus-wide event like Sizzlin’ September. Serve your community through community-based
96%
of first-year students say they feel welcome at Meredith College.
learning. Participate in a theatre or dance performance troupe, a vocal or instrumental ensemble. Help other students thrive as a resident assistant. Bond with members of your class through powerful traditions like Ring Dinner and Class Day. Come to Meredith and experience strong.
100+
student clubs and organizations
10 “
Being involved on campus helped me step out of my comfort zone my freshman year. My Meredith experience has enriched my educational performance, helped me meet new people, and created long-lasting friendships.” – Demonica Stanley, ’19
NCAA Division III teams (basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis, track & field, volleyball). Field hockey coming in 2020-21.
Study abroad. Find out just how strong you are. Over a third of our students study abroad, many at our location in the Tuscany region of Italy. Our well-traveled, professional staff will help you find the right program to advance your goals. You’ll earn academic credits abroad and gain valuable skills to help you succeed in the global workforce.
$30K
The Office of International Programs awards over $30,000 in annual study abroad scholarships.
33 Our students have studied in 33 different countries in recent years.
32%
of Meredith students study abroad. (Compare that to a 10% national average.)
Picture yourself studying in Tuscany? Hover your phone’s camera here to explore the Meredith in Italy program.
A strong location leads to endless possibilities. Meredith is located near downtown Raleigh and the Research Triangle Park, an ideal starting point for internships, research, and volunteer opportunities. Raleigh ranks among top cities nationally in several categories, making it a great place for college students and young professionals. And if you want to have fun and explore, Raleigh is the perfect place for that, too. With museums, galleries, concert venues, shopping, and parks galore, there’s always something going on. Restaurants in Raleigh and the surrounding cities are frequently mentioned in national publications. No matter what you have a taste for, there is something for everyone. As a Meredith student, you can take advantage of all our strong city and region has to offer.
#1
Best Big City in the Southeast (Money Magazine)
#2
Easiest City to Find a Job (Forbes)
#3
Best City for Young Professionals (Forbes)
BRITTANY PRESTON, ’19 EXERCISE AND SPORTS SCIENCE
CAME TO
MEREDITH UNSURE OF HER MAJOR. EMBRACED THE UNKNOWN.
INTERNED
WITH PEDIATRIC CLINIC.
CONDUCTED
RESEARCH ON
FEMALE
ATHLETES. THE PLAN: BECOME
OCCUPATIONAL
THERAPIST. ➜
Read more about Meredith students Going Strong at meredith.edu/goingstrong.
We make strong possible. College is a significant expense for most families. It’s also one of the most important investments you’ll ever make. Most families will not pay full cost to attend Meredith – we have a staff of financial aid counselors who can assist you in developing a plan to pay for your education. We offer students financial assistance through academic merit-based scholarships and grants, scholars programs, talent scholarships, and need-based financial aid. With numerous financial assistance options, attending Meredith can be remarkably affordable.
$20K Impact Scholarships Guaranteed to admitted students with minimum 3.3 unweighted GPA and 1100 SAT/22ACT. Note: Students with exceptional qualifications will be considered for Impact Scholarship award amounts, up to $23,000. Students who do not qualify for the Impact Scholarship will qualify for other merit-based grants or awards at time of admission. The Impact Scholarship cannot be combined with other Meredith College Academic Merit Awards that are awarded at time of admission.
$ $17-20K
Range of academic merit-based awards to qualified students at time of admission.
$30,334 Over 95% Average amount of financial assistance awarded to first-year students.
of first-year students receive scholarships or financial assistance.
Ready to get started on your strong future? Meredith alumnae are strong leaders. Whether they choose to attend graduate school, professional school, or pursue a career, they expect to succeed. And they do. Once you graduate, you’ll join a network of 22,000 graduates who will become your mentors, your professional community, and your friends. Meredith women are connected by their common experiences and their desire to make a difference in their professions, their families, their communities, and the world.
Schedule a visit! Call or email us at (919) 760-8581 or admissions@meredith.edu.
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Our Major Strengths
You’ll find the most current list of academic programs at meredith.edu/majors.
From Art Education to Web Development, Meredith offers more than 80 majors, minors, and programs to challenge you – including the option to design your own major. MAJORS AND CONCENTRATIONS Accounting - Business Administration Art Education Art - Graphic Design Art - Studio Biology Business Administration Human Resource Management Marketing Chemistry Child Development Communication Interpersonal Communication Mass Communication Public Relations Computer Science Criminology Dance Dance Education Private Studio Teaching Economics Education Engineering* English Environmental Sustainability Exercise and Sports Science Health and Physical Education Health and Wellness Family and Consumer Sciences Fashion Merchandising and Design Design Merchandising Food and Nutrition Dietetics Food Systems and Management History Hospitality Management Culinary Management Hotel and Lodging Event Planning Interior Design International Studies Mathematics Music Music Education Political Science Pre-Law Public Affairs Psychology Public Health Religious and Ethical Studies Self-Designed Social Work Sociology Spanish Theatre MINORS Accounting Applied Mathematics
Art History Arts Management Biology Business Administration Chemical Physics Chemistry Child Development Communication Criminology Dance Economics English Entrepreneurship and Family Business Environmental Sustainability Event Planning Exercise and Sports Science Family and Consumer Sciences Fashion Design Fashion Merchandising Finance Food and Nutrition Forensic Studies French Geoscience Graphic Design History Hospitality Management Human Resource Management Interior Design International Studies Italian Studies Marketing Mathematics Mathematics and Computer Applications Medieval and Early Modern Studies Music Photography Political Science Pre-Law Professional Writing and Presentation Media Psychology Public Health Public History Religious & Ethical Studies Social Work Sociology Spanish Statistics Studio Art Theatre Musical Theatre Web Development PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Dentistry Law Medicine Nursing
Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Veterinary Medicine TEACHER LICENSURE PROGRAMS Undergraduate and Coeducational Post-Baccalaureate Birth-Kindergarten (B-K) Elementary Education (K-6) Middle Grades (6-9) English/Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies Secondary Grades (9-12) Comprehensive Science English/Language Arts Mathematics Social Studies Special Subject Areas (K-12) Art Dance Health and Physical Education Music Spanish Theatre Workforce Development (7-12) Family and Consumer Sciences CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Undergraduate Professional Performance Dance Music Musical Theatre Theatre Performance Technical/Design Graduate (Coeducational) Business Foundations Dietetic Internship Digital Communication Entrepreneurship and Family Business Paralegal Pre-Health GRADUATE PROGRAMS (Coeducational) Master of Arts in Psychology Master of Arts in Teaching Master of Business Administration Master of Education Master of Science in Nutrition
* Engineering offered as a dual degree (Chemistry or Mathematics) program with NC State University (Chemistry/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry/ Environmental Engineering, Mathematics/Biomedical Engineering, Mathematics/Civil Engineering, Mathematics/Computer Engineering, Mathematics/ Electrical Engineering, Mathematics/Industrial Engineering, Mathematics/Mechanical Engineering)
For advice on the college search process, visit our admissions blog at meredith.edu/admissions-blog.
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