Meredith College

In 2022, Meredith College's tuition was $42,540 a year.

Tuition increased 3.49% in 2022–from $41,104 the previous year. Usually, college tuition rises about 3% year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't necessarily what you will have to pay to attend a school. Many students find the actual cost of college is far less than the sticker price after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are applied. And, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you're done with college.

Does Meredith College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Meredith College is a private, nonprofit institution, which means it has the same tuition for residents of North Carolina as it does for residents from other states.

Public colleges and universities receive funding from the state government. Public, state schools can offer lower tuition for students who meet the requirements for in-state residency.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state residency can cut the cost of college tuition. Don't forget to verify your state's rules for in-state tuition. Each state has different requirements to qualify as in-state resident. In many states, students must have lived in the state for 12 months before starting school to qualify for in-state tuition. There may be additional requirements as well, depending on where you live.

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Tuition for International Students at Meredith College

Tuition at Meredith is the same for each student.

International students are not eligible for loans or grants from the U.S. government, but may be eligible for private or school-specific aid and scholarships. International students who demonstrate financial need may qualify for the following types of financial support at Meredith:

•Meredith-specific scholarships

International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships.

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Meredith College Living Expenses, Fees, and More

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Tuition is not the only cost of attending college; room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when planning for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Meredith.

House and Food Costs at Meredith

Room and board at Meredith costs $12,544 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a meal plan that enables you to eat all or some of your meals the Meredith's on-campus cafeterias and dining halls. Students who do not live on-campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can choose to be on a meal plan. The cost of board-only is $6,272.

Board costs can depend on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

Cost of Books at Meredith

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The real cost of books depends on the courses you take and what kinds of books and materials they require. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

Most schools charge some yearly fees to offsets cost associated with maintaining facilties, like the computer labs and libraries, athletic facilities, and more.

There may be optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like joining a fraternity or sorority, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools offer ways so that those who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Transportation costs at Meredith

The total cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Will you need to pay to park on-campus? Is the campus small enough that you can easily walk from class-to-class?? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use busses, subways, or other modes of transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your transportation budget. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

A school's location can impact your transportation budget. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the other hand getting around in an urban area can be costly, but cities may offer more trains, busses or affordable flights to actually get to school. Meredith Collegeis located in a urban setting in North Carolina.

Other Costs

When you're planning for college, be sure to factor in personal expenses, like entertainment, clothes, furnishings and toiletries.

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Total Tuition and Expenses at Meredith College

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Now, let’s go over all of the costs we've covered, to get a better estimate of what is really costs to go to Meredith.

How Much Does Meredith Cost?

What will the cost of attending Meredith be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2022 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$42,540
Room and Board	$12,544
Board Only	$6,272
Other expenses	$900

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$56,954
Off-Campus	$50,682

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

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Financial Aid at Meredith College

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The majority of Meredith undergrads use financial aid to finance their education. In 2022, 1,015 of the 1,427 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Meredith meets 77.7% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $35,266 a year. Around 64.4% of Meredith undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Meredith graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $34,572 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$24,158
Private Loans	$37,456

Most Common Loans for Meredith Students
Federal Loans	63.6%
Private loans	18.3%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Meredith financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Meredith College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2022, Meredith awarded 1,012 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $31 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $8.61 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Meredith College Net Cost

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Meredith students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Meredith was $35,266 in 2022. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Meredith seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$21,688
Off-Campus	$15,416

What will attending Meredith really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families get a better idea of the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Meredith's net cost calculator on their website.

Meredith College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Students cannot pay tuition in installments. Contact the financial aid office to verify this and discuss options.

Does Meredith Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some schools offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, students are usually responsible for housing, meal plans, and other expenses.

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

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