Meredith College

Raleigh, NC • private • Women Only

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 1,375 • Total: 1,705

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

3800 Hillsborough St
Raleigh, NC
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Website

www.meredith.edu

Region

Southeast

Carnegie Classification

Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 2 (0.1%) • Female: 1,373 (99.9%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	67	4.9%
Black/African American	126	9.2%
Hispanic/Latino	233	16.9%
White	847	61.6%
Two or More Races	47	3.4%
International	32	2.3%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

74.7%

1,167 admitted from 1,563 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 590-650
Math: 520-610
Total: 1110-1260

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

23-30

Application Types Offered

EA RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$40

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	10/30/2025
RD:	02/18/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

65.0%

4-Year Graduation Rate

57.9%

Freshman Retention Rate

81.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

11.7:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$59,590

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $45,460

Room & Board

$13,280

Books & Supplies

$850

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$17,207
$30,001-48,000	$19,006
$48,001-75,000	$18,064
$75,001-110,000	$23,678
$110,001+	$29,117

Students Receiving Pell Grants

96%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$23,405

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Common questions about Meredith College

What is Meredith College's acceptance rate?

Meredith College accepts 75% of applicants, from 1,563 applications.

How much does Meredith College cost?

Tuition and fees are $45,460. Families earning under $30,000 pay $17,207 on average after aid.

Does Meredith College require SAT or ACT scores?

Meredith College does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Meredith College?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 23 and 30 on the ACT.

What is Meredith College's graduation rate?

65% of students graduate within six years.