by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Meredith worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Meredith is ranked #1,837 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of F. Within North Carolina, it ranks #87 of 124 for value.
These Meredith majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Child development | #49 of 67 |
| Interior Design | #73 of 128 |
| Graphic Design | #91 of 199 |
| Human Development & Family Studies | #122 of 169 |
| Physical Education | #153 of 264 |
| Design & Applied Arts | #175 of 344 |
| Performing Arts | #175 of 344 |
| Biology | #239 of 447 |
| Social Work | #310 of 433 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | #316 of 534 |
Below is the detailed Meredith value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Meredith College is ranked #20 out of #128 in North Carolina for quality and #87 out of #124 for North Carolina value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Meredith financial aid page to be sure.
Meredith College is ranked #1,837 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Meredith College is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Meredith costs about $22,838. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $91,350 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $57,439 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,488 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $22,838 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $91,350 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Meredith net price and the factors that affect it.
What Meredith costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Meredith degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $229,756 | — | — |
| All Students | $91,350 | #1,837 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,952 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $229,756 | — | — |
| All Students | $91,350 | #87 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,952 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Meredith shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,882 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,337 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,521 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,976 |
| Over $110K | $28,045 |
About 99% of Meredith undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $33,316 per year. Get more details on the Meredith financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Meredith cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.