Meredith College exceeded all of the expectations I had for a college during my application process. I did not apply anywhere else in my search for a location as my future education home, because I immediately felt the connection I had with the campus and the people. Meredith is a spectacular learning and living atmosphere with instructors, peers, and faculty that are truly concerned with the well-being and advancement of the students.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Attending Meredith College means that one is genuinely interested in receiving the highest level of education possible, as well as realizing and achieving one's dreams. Enrollment at Meredith is a wise investment in one's future and is not to be taken lightly. College life at Meredith, or any school, must be well-balanced. This balance can be achieved by responsibly appointing time to both a social life and school work. Procrastination is the enemy. Don't allow it to be an option.
Meredith is a private college, and at a private college there are smaller classes where individualized attention is encouraged by professors if it is needed. Don't hesitate to make use of this opportunity. A private school is designed specifically for asking questions and getting answers. Don't be afraid to connect with the instructors. Their job is to help you.
Don't be intimidated by the other students. I promise they are just as nervous as you are about making friends and finding classrooms. Being nervous is actually a pretty good ice-breaking topic. Talk to someone and the two of you can be scared together!
Get involved. There is a ton of stuff that happens on campus year round. Take advantage of all the chances to interact with other students and get to know all of the school's activities and traditions. There is almost always something to do with all the clubs, dinners, socials, and get-togethers.
Have fun! Make time to relax! College is meant to be a growing experience, so give yourself room to do just that! Take a breather, go for a run, enjoy the campus and schedule some down time!
Most importantly... take a lot of pictures. Your college memories will last a lifetime. Make them count and let them live long past graduation!
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
The academic standards at Meredith College are very high and are expected to be met. The professors are paid for their education, instructing capabilities, and knowledge, and it is expected of students to harness the education they provide and make good use of it. It is not the responsibility of the instructors to force school work upon a student. It is a student's duty to perform the necessary tasks and meet the important requirements of the classroom.
The classes are challenging, but they allow the mind to develop and entice you to work hard. All of the courses at Meredith require thought and dedication to working rigorously, but the outcome is rewarding. The general education program might seem tedious and difficult, but it works toward creating a well-rounded student and a future successful member of the community and society as a whole. Once a student dives into courses involved in one's major, the work becomes more time-consuming and commitment becomes necessary, but that is to be expected. And if the major is something a student is passionate about, then the required work becomes a goal instead of a just school work.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Meredith is comfortably nestled in the Raleigh, North Carolina, with the city's beautiful green-way trail wrapped around the campus. With quad dormitories and on-campus apartments, the living conditions at Meredith are excellent. The dorms have suite-style rooms that share a joint bathroom between two rooms that house four people total, though some of the dorm building fourth floors have community bathrooms with rooms for two people. The suites are surprisingly spacious, making a comfortable environment, and the hall-mates are easy to connect with due to hall socials organized by the RA. The on-campus apartments, reserved mostly for juniors and seniors, house four people at a time with a kitchen, bathroom areas, and individual bedrooms. Both the dorm buildings and the apartments have stunning views of the very green and well-kept campus. The Residence Life staff at Meredith seek to make every student's dorm experience comfortable and memorable, and are always willing to work through kinks that may occur. There are, of course, rules and restrictions to maintain the safety of the students, and since the college is an all-female school, there are designated boy hours that are specifically for weekends. These guidelines do not take away from the dorm-life experience, however. With a lounge located in the center of the hall there is always an opportunity to microwave some dinner, stare out at the campus, and bond with other dorm-dwellers. Dorm life at Meredith is fun and is definitely a home away from home.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The cafeteria at Meredith College is definitely well-equipped with a variety of food to meet the needs and wants of students. With different labeled areas designated for home-cooking, pizza/pasta, sandwiches, daily specials, and vegetarian meals, the dining hall is well organized and loaded with options for every student. The food is tasty, and if there doesn't seem to be anything a student likes on any given day, there are also salad and cereal counters. In addition to the dining hall, there is the Beehive Cafe which is located on the second floor of the campus Cate Center. Here there are a variety of food options including burgers, fries, pizza, and plenty of refrigerator goods such as salads, wraps, sandwiches and lunch-ables. The Beehive also comes equipped with a sub station where a cafe assistant creates a sub sandwich to meet your requests. Chic-fil-a options are also available throughout the week, and quick snacks and goodies are always in stock to keep tired students going, as well as health-conscious choices to satisfy a healthy lifestyle. Apart from the cafeteria and Beehive Cafe, there are several snack and drink machines located around the campus to ward off thirst and the munchies.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
If there isn't a social or campus-wide activity going on, there are plenty of pass-times around campus to occupy free time. The campus offers nature-based attractions and activities such as the green-way (available for walking, jogging, running, and bike-riding), as well as a lake-side gazebo, a wide open amphitheatre (for campus concerts and ceremonies), and a regular outdoor film showing.
Since Meredith College resides directly on Raleigh's well-known Hillsborough Street, there is an array of fun locations off campus. All of Hillsborough is loaded with restaurants, shops, coffee houses, markets, and other fun attractions. The down town area of Raleigh is all filled with these same attractions and more! Also, no more than ten minutes down the highway is the Crabtree shopping mall, packed with restaurants and stores of all kinds, which is always a plus in a college city. There is also fun around Raleigh and Meredith's campus that I'm sure are yet to be discovered, and students are encouraged to come and seek them out for themselves!
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
I highly believe that Meredith is well worth the price of tuition. Students receive the entire package deal with the Meredith College experience. The education, connections, friendships, activities, and campus life are all rewarding in more than one way and are specific to every student who attends. Meredith offers so much to students and firmly believes in giving women the opportunity to pursue their dreams and do so successfully with the support of the college.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Though Meredith partakes in numerous traditions and activities throughout the school year, I would have to say that the most outrageous and memorable tradition at Meredith is the annual Corn Huskin' event that takes place over the course of a week during October. Corn Huskin' consists of immense student involvement in class skits, competitions, games, songs, and a final performance at the end of the week, to which family and friends are invited. This outrageous and thrilling tradition is a fantastic way to get connected with the peers in your class and participate in a little friendly competition. There is so much that goes on during the week of Corn Huskin' that is it difficult to recall all that happens. The summation of the week-long event is fun and interactive for everyone, whether in the audience or in the performances.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Meredith College is a fantastic place for young ladies who are interested in receiving a quality education in an atmosphere that promotes the success of women and provides a learning environment without common distractions. With a variety of available majors, including an excellent art department, Meredith College is a versatile learning facility that caters to students' interests and goals. With so much faculty and staff concern for the success of their students, Meredith provides an environment in which students can prosper and develop at a rate that is right for them.
Meredith College is perfect for students that are self-motivated and driven. It is also a great advocate of athletes and performing art students. Meredith College is focused on the creative energy that students have to offer, as well as embracing the career skills that abide in every woman. It is also a fitting place for those who prefer smaller, more individualized and focused learning experiences that a private school has to offer. Meredith is a remarkable institute for any young woman to discover success and a home away from home.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
At Meredith College, students have access to an array of clubs ranging from language-based and academic clubs to common and personal interest clubs. Students are encouraged to join as many clubs as meets their available free time and academic schedule, but are also advised to select only the quantity that will not overwhelm them. There are designated days on which clubs set up information tables and boards in the court yard to display facts about activities and to provide students the chance to sign up and explore options.
As far as activities go, those available at Meredith could fill a novel. Apart from clubs, there are annual activities that connect students, advocate community, and incorporate fun. Activities on campus range from religious community gatherings and socials to annual student art sales and regular student on-stage performances. Whatever a student's style and preferences, there is something to fit every personality.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Campus safety at Meredith College is of the utmost importance. Ensuring the safety of students is a top priority, and there are always security guards on call to escort students anywhere on campus if they ever feel uncomfortable walking alone at night or in inclement weather. The security call number is posted everywhere around campus and is always known by someone who can provide it to other students. Not only is the campus guarded by around-the-clock security, but is also gate-secured after a particular hour of the night. If residence leave campus and return after a given time, they are required to present their Meredith College i.d. cam card to the night guard present at the security post. If a student is being dropped off by a male driver, or is accompanied by males, their i.d. or i.d.'s are requested and kept in the security office and are returned when the male guests exit the campus at the designated boy hours curfew. The campus police are continually available to provide their services and keep students safe at any cost to themselves. Protection and safety are always ensured at Meredith and students are never without peace of mind.
Meredith College exceeded all of the expectations I had for a college during my application process. I did not apply anywhere else in my search for a location as my future education home, because I immediately felt the connection I had with the campus and the people. Meredith is a spectacular learning and living atmosphere with instructors, peers, and faculty that are truly concerned with the well-being and advancement of the students.
Attending Meredith College means that one is genuinely interested in receiving the highest level of education possible, as well as realizing and achieving one's dreams. Enrollment at Meredith is a wise investment in one's future and is not to be taken lightly. College life at Meredith, or any school, must be well-balanced. This balance can be achieved by responsibly appointing time to both a social life and school work. Procrastination is the enemy. Don't allow it to be an option. Meredith is a private college, and at a private college there are smaller classes where individualized attention is encouraged by professors if it is needed. Don't hesitate to make use of this opportunity. A private school is designed specifically for asking questions and getting answers. Don't be afraid to connect with the instructors. Their job is to help you. Don't be intimidated by the other students. I promise they are just as nervous as you are about making friends and finding classrooms. Being nervous is actually a pretty good ice-breaking topic. Talk to someone and the two of you can be scared together! Get involved. There is a ton of stuff that happens on campus year round. Take advantage of all the chances to interact with other students and get to know all of the school's activities and traditions. There is almost always something to do with all the clubs, dinners, socials, and get-togethers. Have fun! Make time to relax! College is meant to be a growing experience, so give yourself room to do just that! Take a breather, go for a run, enjoy the campus and schedule some down time! Most importantly... take a lot of pictures. Your college memories will last a lifetime. Make them count and let them live long past graduation!
The academic standards at Meredith College are very high and are expected to be met. The professors are paid for their education, instructing capabilities, and knowledge, and it is expected of students to harness the education they provide and make good use of it. It is not the responsibility of the instructors to force school work upon a student. It is a student's duty to perform the necessary tasks and meet the important requirements of the classroom. The classes are challenging, but they allow the mind to develop and entice you to work hard. All of the courses at Meredith require thought and dedication to working rigorously, but the outcome is rewarding. The general education program might seem tedious and difficult, but it works toward creating a well-rounded student and a future successful member of the community and society as a whole. Once a student dives into courses involved in one's major, the work becomes more time-consuming and commitment becomes necessary, but that is to be expected. And if the major is something a student is passionate about, then the required work becomes a goal instead of a just school work.
Meredith is comfortably nestled in the Raleigh, North Carolina, with the city's beautiful green-way trail wrapped around the campus. With quad dormitories and on-campus apartments, the living conditions at Meredith are excellent. The dorms have suite-style rooms that share a joint bathroom between two rooms that house four people total, though some of the dorm building fourth floors have community bathrooms with rooms for two people. The suites are surprisingly spacious, making a comfortable environment, and the hall-mates are easy to connect with due to hall socials organized by the RA. The on-campus apartments, reserved mostly for juniors and seniors, house four people at a time with a kitchen, bathroom areas, and individual bedrooms. Both the dorm buildings and the apartments have stunning views of the very green and well-kept campus. The Residence Life staff at Meredith seek to make every student's dorm experience comfortable and memorable, and are always willing to work through kinks that may occur. There are, of course, rules and restrictions to maintain the safety of the students, and since the college is an all-female school, there are designated boy hours that are specifically for weekends. These guidelines do not take away from the dorm-life experience, however. With a lounge located in the center of the hall there is always an opportunity to microwave some dinner, stare out at the campus, and bond with other dorm-dwellers. Dorm life at Meredith is fun and is definitely a home away from home.
The cafeteria at Meredith College is definitely well-equipped with a variety of food to meet the needs and wants of students. With different labeled areas designated for home-cooking, pizza/pasta, sandwiches, daily specials, and vegetarian meals, the dining hall is well organized and loaded with options for every student. The food is tasty, and if there doesn't seem to be anything a student likes on any given day, there are also salad and cereal counters. In addition to the dining hall, there is the Beehive Cafe which is located on the second floor of the campus Cate Center. Here there are a variety of food options including burgers, fries, pizza, and plenty of refrigerator goods such as salads, wraps, sandwiches and lunch-ables. The Beehive also comes equipped with a sub station where a cafe assistant creates a sub sandwich to meet your requests. Chic-fil-a options are also available throughout the week, and quick snacks and goodies are always in stock to keep tired students going, as well as health-conscious choices to satisfy a healthy lifestyle. Apart from the cafeteria and Beehive Cafe, there are several snack and drink machines located around the campus to ward off thirst and the munchies.
If there isn't a social or campus-wide activity going on, there are plenty of pass-times around campus to occupy free time. The campus offers nature-based attractions and activities such as the green-way (available for walking, jogging, running, and bike-riding), as well as a lake-side gazebo, a wide open amphitheatre (for campus concerts and ceremonies), and a regular outdoor film showing. Since Meredith College resides directly on Raleigh's well-known Hillsborough Street, there is an array of fun locations off campus. All of Hillsborough is loaded with restaurants, shops, coffee houses, markets, and other fun attractions. The down town area of Raleigh is all filled with these same attractions and more! Also, no more than ten minutes down the highway is the Crabtree shopping mall, packed with restaurants and stores of all kinds, which is always a plus in a college city. There is also fun around Raleigh and Meredith's campus that I'm sure are yet to be discovered, and students are encouraged to come and seek them out for themselves!
I highly believe that Meredith is well worth the price of tuition. Students receive the entire package deal with the Meredith College experience. The education, connections, friendships, activities, and campus life are all rewarding in more than one way and are specific to every student who attends. Meredith offers so much to students and firmly believes in giving women the opportunity to pursue their dreams and do so successfully with the support of the college.
Though Meredith partakes in numerous traditions and activities throughout the school year, I would have to say that the most outrageous and memorable tradition at Meredith is the annual Corn Huskin' event that takes place over the course of a week during October. Corn Huskin' consists of immense student involvement in class skits, competitions, games, songs, and a final performance at the end of the week, to which family and friends are invited. This outrageous and thrilling tradition is a fantastic way to get connected with the peers in your class and participate in a little friendly competition. There is so much that goes on during the week of Corn Huskin' that is it difficult to recall all that happens. The summation of the week-long event is fun and interactive for everyone, whether in the audience or in the performances.
Meredith College is a fantastic place for young ladies who are interested in receiving a quality education in an atmosphere that promotes the success of women and provides a learning environment without common distractions. With a variety of available majors, including an excellent art department, Meredith College is a versatile learning facility that caters to students' interests and goals. With so much faculty and staff concern for the success of their students, Meredith provides an environment in which students can prosper and develop at a rate that is right for them. Meredith College is perfect for students that are self-motivated and driven. It is also a great advocate of athletes and performing art students. Meredith College is focused on the creative energy that students have to offer, as well as embracing the career skills that abide in every woman. It is also a fitting place for those who prefer smaller, more individualized and focused learning experiences that a private school has to offer. Meredith is a remarkable institute for any young woman to discover success and a home away from home.
At Meredith College, students have access to an array of clubs ranging from language-based and academic clubs to common and personal interest clubs. Students are encouraged to join as many clubs as meets their available free time and academic schedule, but are also advised to select only the quantity that will not overwhelm them. There are designated days on which clubs set up information tables and boards in the court yard to display facts about activities and to provide students the chance to sign up and explore options. As far as activities go, those available at Meredith could fill a novel. Apart from clubs, there are annual activities that connect students, advocate community, and incorporate fun. Activities on campus range from religious community gatherings and socials to annual student art sales and regular student on-stage performances. Whatever a student's style and preferences, there is something to fit every personality.
Campus safety at Meredith College is of the utmost importance. Ensuring the safety of students is a top priority, and there are always security guards on call to escort students anywhere on campus if they ever feel uncomfortable walking alone at night or in inclement weather. The security call number is posted everywhere around campus and is always known by someone who can provide it to other students. Not only is the campus guarded by around-the-clock security, but is also gate-secured after a particular hour of the night. If residence leave campus and return after a given time, they are required to present their Meredith College i.d. cam card to the night guard present at the security post. If a student is being dropped off by a male driver, or is accompanied by males, their i.d. or i.d.'s are requested and kept in the security office and are returned when the male guests exit the campus at the designated boy hours curfew. The campus police are continually available to provide their services and keep students safe at any cost to themselves. Protection and safety are always ensured at Meredith and students are never without peace of mind.