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About Meredith College

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Meredith College is a private liberal arts college in Raleigh, NC, known for its womens college, liberal arts focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 73%, Meredith College is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 332 students each year. Meredith College is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1140–1320, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Meredith College offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $32,546 per year; the sticker price of $56,034 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Meredith College acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

73%
Overall Accept Rate
1230
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1140 – 1320 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Meredith College

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Essay Strategy
Meredith is a women's college with a strong focus on leadership development, so use your essays to show how you have taken initiative or led others in your community. Admissions wants to see that you understand and embrace the unique value of a women's college environment.
Demonstrated Interest
Meredith encourages campus visits and hosts open houses specifically for prospective students, so attending one of these events in Raleigh is one of the best ways to show your genuine interest and connect with current students and faculty.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Meredith College actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$56k/yr$17.2k
30k-48k~$56k/yr$19.0k
48k-75k~$56k/yr$18.1k
75k-110k~$56k/yr$23.7k
110k+~$56k/yr$29.1k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

65%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$45k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,546
Undergrad Enrollment
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