Frequently Asked Questions About Financial Assistance

How can Meredith help my family meet educational costs?

We can offer many solutions. If you have verified financial need, Meredith offers assistance in many forms: grants, scholarships, loans and job earnings. Meredith also offers all students the optional convenience of payment plans that allow you to spread your payments over a period of time. Please visit the Office of Financial Assistance website for additional information about financial assistance.

Can I receive more financial assistance at Meredith College than at a less expensive college or university?

Probably. Although your expected family contribution remains the same, your financial need varies according to the cost of the college. In contrast with a public institution, for instance, your eligibility level is higher at Meredith.

What if family circumstances change?

Family circumstances change when there are increases or decreases in family income levels, or changes in the size of the household or the number of children enrolled in college. Significant changes can affect eligibility for financial assistance in a future year.

If you are a part-time or an independent student, your educational costs will be figured on an individual basis, using the same approach of allowing for living expenses pertinent to your overall educational costs. Contact the Office of Financial Assistance for an application and further information.

How much should I budget?

We know that the cost of attending Meredith includes more than the tuition, room and board paid directly to the College. Other expenses—books, supplies, transportation, clothing and miscellaneous personal expenses—also add to your educational costs. Meredith’s estimated costs for the 2024-2025 budgets used in determining need for on-campus residents and for commuting students living with family are as follows:

Is financial assistance renewed each year through four years of college?

Financial Assistance is not renewed automatically. You must submit the FAFSA each year before the priority deadline and maintain satisfactory academic progress. Each year your award will be based upon the family circumstances that you report.

I’m an International or Undocumented student. Can I receive Financial Assistance?

Yes, but it is limited. It is based on your academic profile and financial need. We require International and Undocumented Students to submit an Application for Institutional Aid and be fully admitted to Meredith College before any financial award can be presented.