School of Natural & Mathematical Sciences
The School of Natural and Mathematical Sciences encourages students to explore, research, and discover. In addition to a rich classroom experience, our undergraduates have ample opportunities to work with faculty and peers on original research projects in state-of-the-art facilities. We are committed to educating and supporting the next generation of women leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
* Engineering offered as a dual degree (Chemistry or Mathematics) program with NC State University (Chemistry/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry/Environmental Engineering, Mathematics/Biomedical Engineering, Mathematics/Civil Engineering, Mathematics/Computer Engineering, Mathematics/Electrical Engineering, Mathematics/Industrial Engineering, Mathematics/Mechanical Engineering)
Contact Information
Liz Wolfinger
Dean, School of Natural and Mathematical Sciences; Professor of Biological Sciences
178 Science/Mathematics Bldg.
wolfingere@meredith.edu
(919) 760-2279
News & Events
School of Natural and Mathematical Sciences Awarded National Science Foundation Grant »
Best of Both Worlds - How Meredith is Preparing Women to Succeed in Engineering »
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Meredith College Awarded Inspiring Innovation in Student Research Awards »
Kolb Elected President of North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics »
Many students in the School of Natural and Mathematical Sciences collaborate directly with faculty to build partnerships that support original research and creative endeavors.
The Undergraduate Research Program at Meredith offers direction and support for students who are ready to be original, to push at the boundaries of the classroom and the textbook, and to connect with others who share their interests. Learn more »
The Engineering Dual Degree Program allows you to combine a well-rounded liberal arts education at a women’s college with a degree from one of the most respected engineering programs in the country. Graduates emerge from the program uniquely qualified to take on the distinctive challenges engineers face in today’s global society.
Meredith Mathematics & Science Institutes offer quality, residential professional development opportunities that focus on important mathematics and science content for kindergarten through high school educators. The summer Institutes are designed for all classroom teachers, coaches and lead teachers, principals, mathematics/science coordinators, and supervisors.
Learn more about the STEM programs at Meredith College.
STEM at Meredith College
Learn more about the STEM programs at Meredith College.
2016 Senior Strong Story featuring legacy scholar, Tia Joyce.
Strong Story | Tia Joyce
2016 Senior Strong Story featuring legacy scholar, Tia Joyce.
Health Professions Advising Program at Meredith College
The Health Professions Advising Program allows students to build an academic plan that fits with their strengths and interests.
Health Professions Advising Program at Meredith College
The Health Professions Advising Program allows students to build an academic plan that fits with their strengths and interests.
During her time at Meredith College, student-athlete Lara Pantlin, ’14, funneled her creativity into undergraduate research, which is now a big part of her life as a Ph.D. candidate.
Kaity Melvin, ’16, had a goal of becoming a science writer, and Meredith gave her the foundation she needed to pursue that dream.
Having lived in five countries and attended four schools, one thing Asha Tuli, ’17, has learned is adaptability.
The Science and Mathematics Building (SMB), which contains 80,000 square feet learning space, including 13 dedicated research labs that support the needs of ongoing student and faculty research.
Program graduate Kim Mournighan, ’14, credits Meredith with helping her gain admission into one of the country’s best medical schools.
Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program
The Meredith Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate Certificate is the only program of its kind in the Triangle. The one-year coeducational program offers small classes, hands-on clinical experiences, individualized advising, and MCAT prep. With a graduate placement rate of 90 percent or higher, our program helps aspiring healthcare professionals get into their top schools.
