Next Steps for First Year Students

Congratulations on your acceptance to Meredith College!

Below are next steps that will ensure a successful transition to college. We look forward to welcoming you to Meredith!

Your Next Steps

Visit Campus

Consider this your invitation to get to know Meredith. Meet with your admissions and financial assistance counselors. Connect with a faculty member. Take a tour of campus and the residence halls.

Officially reserve your space for Fall 2026 by submitting your $300 Enrollment Deposit. The deposit deadline is National Reply Day, May 1. Deposits are fully refundable until May 1. 

You can make a secure online payment or mail a check or money order to the Office of Admissions, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27607-5298. Cash is also accepted.

If you submit your deposit early (by December 10 or January 31), you will enjoy special opportunities through the Early Angel Advantage. Perks include priority course registration, a head start at Meredith with a 3-credit-hour course during the spring semester of your senior year, and more! Learn more about the Early Angel Advantage. 

After submitting your Enrollment Deposit, be sure to review the Enrollment Tab in your Applicant Portal for the complete list of documents that must be submitted before arriving on campus. You can learn more about the required documents and submit many of them through the links provided to the right. Questions? Email your admission counselor or admissions@meredith.edu.

Review your next steps for Financial Aid.