Meredith College

Meredith College, established in 1891, is a private women's liberal arts college located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The college offers a comprehensive range of academic programs, including over 90 undergraduate majors and minors, as well as 34 coeducational graduate and certificate programs.

The undergraduate curriculum encompasses degrees such as Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Music, and Bachelor of Social Work. Graduate offerings include Master of Arts in Biomedical Sciences, Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Business Administration, Master of Education, Master of Science in Nutrition, and Master of Arts in Industrial-Organizational Psychology.

Additionally, the college provides post-baccalaureate certificate programs in areas like Criminal Justice, Digital Media, Paralegal Studies, Pre-Health, and Dietetic Internship.

Academic Programs

• Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Social Work
• Graduate degrees including multiple Master’s programs
• Post-baccalaureate certificates in diverse fields

Meredith College emphasizes personalized education with a student-to-faculty ratio of 10:1 and an average class size of 14. This structure fosters close interactions between students and faculty, enhancing the learning experience.

Campus and Facilities

The college is situated on a historic 225-acre campus in Raleigh, North Carolina's capital city. The campus features state-of-the-art academic facilities and a 1,200-seat amphitheater overlooking a picturesque lake.

Additional facilities include residence halls, student apartments, a student center, a fitness center, and an athletic field and track complex.

Accreditations and Recognition

Meredith College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor's and master's degrees. It also holds accreditations from:

• National Association of Schools of Music
• Council on Social Work Education
• Council for Interior Design Accreditation
• Accreditation Commission of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation

Notably, Meredith is the only women's college in the world accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB).

Athletics

Meredith College's teams, known as the Avenging Angels, compete at the NCAA Division III level in the USA South Athletic Conference. The college offers sports such as basketball, cross country, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field (indoor and outdoor), and volleyball.

Flag football is set to be introduced in the 2026-27 academic year.

Location

• Raleigh, NC, USA

Meredith College's commitment to academic excellence and student success is evident through its diverse programs, personalized education, and vibrant campus life.