2024-25 Meredith College Viewbook

FIND YOUR STRONG.

DISCOVER JUST HOW STRONG YOU REALLY ARE.

Meredith is among the top 30% of colleges and universities in the U.S. (College Factual)

At Meredith, we’re experts at making strong women like you even stronger. How? It’s simple, really.

We get to know you. The real you. What makes you happy. What sparks your curiosity. What keeps you up at night – and what gets you out of bed in the morning. Your big (and small) dreams.

We’ll help you discover what makes you strong – and then teach you how to use your natural strengths to prepare for the life you envision. One of intention and impact. Power and purpose. A life that matters.

Together, we’ll develop a college experience that’s as unique as you are. One that will serve as your own personal launching pad.

Because for a strong woman like you,

THE SKY’S THE LIMIT.

YOU ARE SMART.

The employment landscape is constantly evolving. That’s why Meredith’s learning environment combines rigorous academics with plenty of opportunities to apply what you’re learning. In fact, 22% more of our students participate in internships and field placements compared with other college students nationally.

And our general education program helps you become career ready as you acquire skills expected by employers: critical thinking, problem solving, and global/intercultural fluency.

BEST IN THE U.S.

The “Hidden Gem” among North Carolina colleges and universities (College Raptor)

96% of alumnae were satisfied with their academic experience. 96% of recent alumnae say they were professionally well prepared as a result of their Meredith experience.

A strong education prepares you for

THE JOB THAT DOESN’T EVEN EXIST YET.

MACHAELA MURRELL, ’24

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

My first internship was right after my freshman year – I worked for an insurance company over the summer. It was a really good experience to dive into accounting and work in a professional setting. I got to do things like bank reconciliations and actually work with the finances. I really enjoyed it, and it helped me see that I was on the right career path.”

BRIANA PETRUSA, ’21

FULBRIGHT GRANT RECIPIENT

M.D. CANDIDATE, UNC SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

SPANISH

CHEMISTRY

I don’t think I would have had this support and these experiences at another college. I wouldn’t have applied for the Fulbright, and I don’t think I would have done as well academically. Who knows about medical school? I am very happy about my choice to attend Meredith.”

DISCOVER WHAT YOU’RE MADE OF.

92% of our students participate in one or more applied learning experiences, such as study abroad, internships, or undergraduate research.

STRONGPOINTS®

is an integral part of the Meredith experience and available to every student at no extra cost.

Through this uniquely powerful, individualized coaching and advising program, you’ll identify your top strengths when you come to campus. Then, throughout your four years at Meredith, you’ll apply those strengths to your studies, experiences, career planning, and finances. The result? A stronger, more resilient you who is ready for the life you want to lead once you graduate.

DYNAMIC

& DETERMINED. THIS IS MEREDITH.

FREYA DAHLGREN, ’24 PSYCHOLOGY COMMUNICATION

I studied abroad in Sweden, which was a great source of newfound independence because I was the only Meredith student in the program. I learned about my own culture being Swedish, but also how another culture operates on a societal level. I learned how to trust my own instincts and believe in myself.”

YOUR PLAN STARTS HERE.

Some students come to Meredith knowing exactly what they plan to study. If that sounds like you, we’ll help you make the most of your experience with plenty of hands-on learning opportunities like internships, study abroad, and more.

Although many students know their intended major, it’s fine if you don’t know what you want to study yet. The next four years are an exciting time of discovery. (It’s kind of the point of college.)

At Meredith, we embrace the real world. One in which students can arrive at college not knowing what they want to study and those who do can change their minds. (In fact, research shows more than one in three students change majors at least once.) We have expert staff and faculty who will help you figure out your plan for the future – including your major – and still graduate on time.

98% of students said one or more faculty/staff members have shown interest in their development.

STILL DECIDING ON A MAJOR

Not sure what you plan to study? You’re in good company – plenty of students enter Meredith not knowing their major. Your faculty, Success Coach, and staff from Academic Advising, Career Planning, and StrongPoints® will help you explore your interests and find the major that’s right for you.

DESIGN YOUR OWN MAJOR

In addition to the 90+ academic programs offered at Meredith, you can design your own major. Combine course work in several disciplines or pursue a specific topic in depth. Recent examples include Chinese studies, media writing, and art history.

ACCELERATED OPTIONS

Save time and money by earning a graduate degree more quickly.

Programs include an accelerated MBA, Master of Arts in Criminal Justice, and Master of Arts in Teaching as well as accelerated partnerships with Campbell Law and Elon Law.

MWENDE

MUMO, ’23 MATHEMATICS AND ECONOMICS

In my first calculus class, my professor recommended I consider being a math major because I was doing so well. Having a small class really makes you feel seen. You don’t get lost in the masses, and that was important for me.”

BUILD THE WORLD YOU WANT TO LIVE IN. LEARN BY

96%

of alumnae agree Meredith helped them develop strong critical thinking skills.

Internships are no longer considered optional by employers. That’s why internships are an essential part of the Meredith experience. Most students complete at least one and many do more, with placements starting as early as summer after freshman year.

Internship coordinators in the Office of Career Planning and academic departments work together to find the right placement. And because our students have an exceptionally strong reputation among employers, you’ll have plenty of options to practice what you’ve learned while building your resume.

DOING.

200+ students participated in Mock

21% more seniors at Meredith frequently discuss career plans with faculty compared with other college students nationally.

Interview Week last year.

PRACTICE WHAT YOU’VE LEARNED.

94% of alumnae agree

Meredith prepared them to solve problems creatively.

RECENT RALEIGH INTERNSHIP PLACEMENTS INCLUDE

Arise Collective

The Autism Society of North Carolina

Cisco

Clean Advertising & Design

Credit Suisse

Deloitte

Environmental Protection Agency

League of Conservation Voters

Lenovo

Magistrates Court, 10th Judicial District

Merrill Lynch

MetLife

North Carolina Conservation Network

North Carolina Museum of Art

North Carolina Office of the Governor

Red Hat

Rex Wellness

RTI International

SAS

Triangle Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic

Wake County Public Defender’s Office

Wolfspeed

STUDENTS HAVE ALSO INTERNED AT

Morgan Stanley, New York City, N.Y.

Elie Saab, Paris, France

Habitat for Humanity, Sydney, Australia

KPMG, Saudi Arabia

Smithsonian American Art Museum – Exhibition Office, Washington, D.C.

Walt Disney World, Orlando, Fla.

APPLY WHAT YOU’RE LEARNING (RIGHT HERE ON CAMPUS).

Acquire real-world experience and skills through professional learning opportunities on Meredith’s campus, including

Circus Graphic Design Studio – in-house graphic design studio that allows students to build a portfolio and work with campus and community clients

Colton Review – award-winning arts and literary journal written, edited, designed, and produced by students

Meredith College Student News – news show produced entirely by students (who also have access to a podcast studio, editing suites, and more)

Ellen Brewer House – infant/toddler education program serving children ages 6 weeks to 2 years

Health & Human Performance Lab – cutting-edge lab that provides early access to research and clinical practices

Lowery Fitness Center – well-equipped space where students teach fitness classes to students, faculty, and staff

Meredith Autism Program – one of the only Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs in the U.S. that provides clinical experience for undergraduate students

Meredith Poll – a survey research organization in which students help construct surveys, analyze data, and communicate results

Nifong Nutrition Lab – hands-on lab that simulates the environment nutrition and hospitality and tourism students will work in after they graduate

POWERFUL & PURPOSEFUL. THIS IS MEREDITH.

SOPHIE

COOK, ’23

EXERCISE AND SPORT SCIENCES BIOMETRICS LAB TECH AND MARKETING ASSISTANT, VALENCELL

I was the lab assistant in the Health and Human Performance Lab, so I spent a lot of my time teaching students hands-on skills. If you want to do research, or if you want to work in an exercise sport sciences lab, you already know how to use the equipment. It gives you a leg up in the workplace.”

MAJOR STRENGTHS

From Art Education to Web Development, Meredith offers more than 90 majors and minors to challenge you – including the option to design your own major.

MAJORS AND CONCENTRATIONS MINORS

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

Family and Consumer Sciences

Fashion Merchandising and Design

Design

Merchandising

Food and Nutrition

Health, Exercise, and Sport Sciences

Health and Physical Education

Health and Wellness

History

Hospitality and Tourism Management

Interior Design

International Studies

Mathematics

Music

Music Education

Music Performance

Political Science

Pre-Law

Psychology

Public Health

Religious Studies

Self-Designed

Social Work

Sociology

Spanish

Cultural Literacy

Professional Spanish

Theatre

Musical Theatre

Accounting

Applied Mathematics

Art History

Arts Administration

Biology

Business Administration

Chemical

Chemistry

Child Development

Communication

Creative Writing

Criminology

Dance Data Science Economics

English

Entrepreneurship and Family Business

Environmental Sustainability

Family and Consumer Sciences

Fashion Design

Fashion Merchandising

Finance

Food and Nutrition

Forensic Studies

French

Geoscience

Graphic Design

Health, Exercise, and Sport Sciences History

Hospitality and Tourism Management

Human Resource Management

Interior Design

International Studies Italian Studies Marketing

and Computer Applications Music

Science Pre-Law

Professional Writing and Presentation

Psychology Public Health Public History

Art

Web Development

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

Dentistry

Pharmacy

Physical Therapy

Physician Assistant

Veterinary Medicine

TEACHER LICENSURE PROGRAMS

Undergraduate and Coeducational

Post-Baccalaureate

Birth-Kindergarten (B-K)

Family and Consumer Sciences (6-12)

Elementary Education (K-6)

Middle Grades (6-9)

English/Language Arts

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies

Secondary Grades (9-12)

Biology

Chemistry

English/Language Arts

Mathematics

Comprehensive Science

Social Studies

Special Subject Areas (K-12)

Art

Dance

Health and Physical Education

Music

Spanish Theatre

ACCELERATED PROGRAMS

3+2 Master of Arts in Criminal Justice

4+1 Master of Business Administration

Accelerated 3+ Law Programs

3+3 with Campbell Law

3+2.5 with Elon Law

FIND THE MOST CURRENT LIST OF ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AT MEREDITH.EDU/MAJORS.

*Engineering offered as a dual degree (Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics) program with NC State University (Chemistry/Biological Engineering, Chemistry/Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry/ Environmental Engineering, Chemistry/Textile Engineering, Computer Science/Computer Engineering, Mathematics/ Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics/Biological Engineering, Mathematics/Biomedical Engineering, Mathematics/ Civil Engineering, Mathematics/Computer Engineering, Mathematics/Electrical Engineering, Mathematics/Industrial Engineering, Mathematics/Mechanical Engineering)

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Undergraduate

Professional Performance

Dance

Musical Theatre

Theatre Performance

Technical/Design

Graduate (Coeducational)

Behavioral Forensics

Business Foundations

Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice & Substance Use Disorder

Dietetic Internship

Digital Communication

Digital Media

Paralegal

Pre-Health

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

(Coeducational)

Master of Arts in Biomedical Sciences

Master of Arts in Criminal Justice

Master of Arts in Industrial-Organizational

Psychology

Master of Arts in Teaching

Master of Business Administration

Master of Education

Master of Science in Nutrition

JUMP IN AND GROW STRONGER.

100+ student organizations

Meredith was one of the first colleges in the South to establish a student government.

IMMERSE

Getting involved in life outside the classroom is (almost) as important as studying hard. You’ll meet new people, learn new ideas, and expand your horizons.

Play an NCAA Division III sport. Volunteer. Flex your creative muscles. Join a club. Immerse yourself in the College’s unique traditions.

Because there’s no time like the present. And strong doesn’t wait for an invitation.

YOURSELF.

HOW LIVING ON CAMPUS BENEFITS YOU.

Meredith has 6 residence halls and apartment-style housing for upper-level students.

Convenience

You’ll be close to your classes and campus resources such as the learning center, dining hall, fitness center, and athletic events.

Campus Involvement

Being near the action makes it easy to get involved – and research shows it will help you make friends and find your place at college.

Enrichment

Every student who lives on campus is a member of the Residence Hall Association (RHA). Residence Life staff offer engaging speakers and events, and students involved with RHA have the opportunity to attend a statewide conference.

Inclusive Cost

Housing and food fees cover room rent, utilities, laundry machine use, the All-Access meal plan, and access to the campus health center and fitness center.

Connect with Classmates (outside of class)

Learn about different personalities and cultural backgrounds. Employers have come to expect global and intercultural fluency –and getting together for studying or class projects is easier.

Safety and Security

Campus security and a residence director are on duty at all times. These resources can be accessed for anything from a general question to an accidental lockout.

On-campus living provides free amenities including laundry and easy access to a state-of-the-art fitness center.

LIVE WELL. GO STRONG.

Student support services include a counseling center, disability services, success coaching, and a free student learning center.

ADVENTURE AWAITS.

Raleigh’s dynamic downtown boasts lively arts, music, nightlife, retail, and culinary scenes. We’re also home to world-class art, history, and science museums and competitive college and professional sports teams.

In addition, Meredith’s campus is just 10 minutes from the State Capitol, the State Legislative Building, and the State Archives. And we’re just minutes away from Research Triangle Park, where many of our students intern, do research, and get their first jobs.

#1 Best City for Working Women (ApartmentList)

#9 Best City for College Students to Live In (WalletHub)

WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Walking or biking to nearby attractions is an important part of student life. Thanks to Meredith’s convenient location, you’ll have easy access to various resources without needing a vehicle. A grocery store. A coffee shop. Or a go-to late-night snack spot.

Here are ten favorites within walking distance of Meredith’s campus:

• Whole Foods Market

• Lucky Tree Coffeehouse & Art Gallery

• ComedyWorx

• dress.

• Brickhouse Sports Pub

• Reedy Creek Trail

• North Carolina Museum of Art

• Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream

• Waffle House

• Classic Nail Spa

2nd Most ClimateResilient City (Architectural Digest)

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. And at Meredith, your financial aid travels with you, making studying abroad remarkably affordable.

& ABROAD

The Office of International Programs awards over $100,000 in annual study abroad scholarships.

In recent years, Meredith students have studied abroad in 36 different countries.

Remay Pemba, ’24, Singapore

Naomi Hill, ’21, Paris

STRONGER EVERY YEAR.

Meredith women look out for each other and advocate for one another professionally. That’s because they know the kind of woman a Meredith education develops: smart, confident, ethical leaders who work hard and know how to make things happen.

And every successful alumna enhances the value of a Meredith degree – making it an investment that gets stronger with each passing year.

MEREDITH MENTORS

98%

of alumnae rated the value of a Meredith College education as good, very good, or excellent.

98% of alumnae said they’re proud to be part of the Meredith community.

24,000+ graduates are part of Meredith’s powerful network.

is an exclusive online platform with practical tools that connect students with graduates in 28 states and nine countries, representing 58 industries and career fields.

A SAMPLING OF ORGANIZATIONS

REPRESENTED ON MEREDITH MENTORS

• Cisco

• Deloitte

• IBM

• IntraHealth International

• Marriott International

• North Carolina General Assembly

• Red Hat

• SAS

• ScottMadden

• U.S. House of Representatives

• Wake County Public School System

TOP TEN PIECES OF ADVICE FOR YOUR COLLEGE SEARCH

(FROM MEREDITH STUDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN IN YOUR SHOES)

1. Definitely schedule a campus visit.

2. Find a place that makes you feel at home.

3. Pay attention to what you want rather than what others think you should do.

4. Make a list of things you’re curious about.

5. Don’t focus on where you think you’re supposed to be – focus on where you think you can grow.

6. Consider the core values you want in a school.

7. Don’t be afraid to talk to professors. They aren’t as intimidating as you think – here at Meredith they want to see you succeed and they genuinely care.

8. Choose your college holistically – don’t just focus on one factor such as whether they have a particular major.

9. Pick a college that will give you a strong, supportive network – it’s important to have people who want the best for you.

10. Go with your gut and trust yourself in your decision.

CREATIVE

& CONNECTED. THIS IS MEREDITH.

KRISTA WIESETELFORD, ’22

ENGLISH

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER

PH.D. CANDIDATE, ENGLISH AND COMPARATIVE LITERATURE, UNC-CHAPEL HILL

I’m in grad school now because I developed a close relationship with my faculty advisor at Meredith while I was writing my thesis. One day she asked me if I was thinking about graduate school. Having someone believe that was something I could do was super inspiring. I feel like it was life-changing.”

STRONG LIKE YOU. WE MAKE STRONG POSSIBLE.

Over 95% of Meredith students receive financial aid.

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 help you make a plan to pay for your college education. Your plan may include a number of options, from academic merit-based scholarships to need-based awards, to low-interest student loans. All designed to make Meredith accessible to strong women like you.

$32 million in scholarships and grants are funded by Meredith College.

Over $57 million is coordinated in financial assistance annually.

Meredith awards generous academic merit scholarships to first-year students. Amounts range from $20,000 to $27,000 and renew annually. Learn more at meredith.edu/scholarship.

STRONG AT A GLANCE.

Chartered in 1891, Meredith College opened with just over 200 women. Today, our student body has grown to approximately 1,600 and includes men at the graduate and post-baccalaureate levels. Meredith will challenge you to explore your interests, expand your skills, and build on your strengths.

A strong education prepares you for an

EVER-CHANGING WORLD.

#2

Meredith was named the second best liberal arts college in North Carolina by Niche

TOP RANKINGS

Meredith College has been consistently ranked both a top regional and national college by U.S. News & World Report.

One of the ”Best Colleges in the South” according to The Princeton Review

90+ majors and minors

10:1 student/faculty ratio

14 average class size

98% of alumnae saw important benefits in attending a women’s college.

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