Wings Adult Education Brochure

STRONG KNOWS NO LIMITS. WINGS – ADULT EDUCATION AT MEREDITH

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FIND YOUR WINGS — AND SOAR. Rule number one at Meredith: Believe it can be done. Then do it.

That’s how we help women of all ages start or finish their undergraduate degrees.

Here, you’ll find personal coaching and advising. The opportunity to find out exactly what makes you strong and how to use those strengths. A deep support network. And the drive to finish your studies, whether you’re seeking your first college degree or pursuing your next career.

Take the next step.

CONTACT US TODAY. MEREDITH.EDU/WINGS

WHAT I LEARNED AT MEREDITH IS THAT ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE IF YOU ARE DETERMINED TO MAKE IT HAPPEN. I TOOK THE FIRST STEPS, BUT I HAD AN ARMY BEHIND ME PUSHING ME FORWARD AND HOLDING STEADY SO THAT I COULD NOT GO BACKWARD. MEREDITH EMBRACED ME, AND I EMBRACED MY (NOW) ALMA MATER.” VAUNE BLALOCK, ’20 Dance Studies Major

On the cover: A family and consumer sciences major, Dana Oliver, '19, honed her communication and leadership skills at Meredith and now uses her strengths to mentor young women and help them reach their full potential.

You have a wealth of hard-won knowledge and experience.

But you may also have uncertainty about returning to school, particularly if you’ve been out for a while. The good news? Our adult students thrive in their classes, thanks to an emphasis on individualized instruction and advising that addresses your adult realities.

Specialized Advising

In developing your academic plan, you’ll work with advisers who understand your unique needs. They’ll help you map out the best course to complete your program as quickly as possible. And they’ll provide support and guidance as you choose from more than 80 majors, minors, and concentrations.

It all adds up to a strong academic experience – and an even stronger you.

ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS Meredith College is a signatory school on articulation agreements with the North Carolina Community College System. These agreements make it easier for students to complete four-year degrees at Meredith.

Associate of Arts or Associate of Science

Students who complete the Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree at a North Carolina community college enter Meredith as juniors, are guaranteed transfer of all eligible credit hours, and register early with the junior class.

Associate of Fine Arts

Students enrolling at Meredith with an Associate of Fine Arts (AFA) degree from a North Carolina community college who meet all admissions requirements (including performance-based requirements) may enter under an articulation agreement. Upon completion of an AFA degree in art, music, or theatre, a student will receive a minimum of 60 semester hours of academic credits.

EVENING BUSINESS DEGREE COMPLETION Students transferring to Meredith with an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science degree, or students enrolling at Meredith to pursue a second degree in business administration, are eligible for the evening business degree completion program. All business courses are offered on campus in the evenings.

WINGS STUDENT WEEKLY CHATS All new Wings students are encouraged to participate in virtual conversations that are offered weekly during their first semester. These conversations provide opportunities to connect with other adult students while discussing relevant topics and sharing wisdom and insights with each other.

BECOME EVEN STRONGER. My time at Meredith gave me the chance to explore all of my interests while also affording me internship opportunities.

Investing this time in myself made me a more focused, more confident, and ultimately a much stronger candidate for graduate programs.”

ANNIE POSLUSNY, ’19 ART HISTORY MAJOR M.A. STUDENT, UNC-CHAPEL HILL

Watch a video about Annie’s internship with the North Carolina Museum of Art.

Taking care of family and being a full-time student is very tough.

I was scared that if I opened up and discussed the challenges then I would be scrutinized. But that was not the case at Meredith. Everyone understood and appreciated my decision for coming back to school to pursue my education. This helped me push through the difficult semesters and encouraged me to keep going. The more I opened up, the more I saw others get more comfortable sharing their stories.”

PARIMALA PRAHALAD, ’20

BIOLOGY MAJOR DENTAL STUDENT, SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE, EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY

Learn more about Parimala and other Wings students.

WE’RE HERE FOR YOU. EVERY STEP OF THE WAY. You have the strength and persistence to earn your degree. You also have competing demands on your time. That’s why we offer resources to help you succeed – in the classroom and life.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS Learning Center

The Learning Center provides free, one-on-one tutoring to any Meredith student who needs assistance with world languages, mathematics, science, and writing for all subjects.

Study Abroad

Meredith offers study abroad programs for every major and in more than 30 countries. We even offer summer programs.

Undergraduate Research

Students from across campus have the opportunity to build partnerships directly with faculty through collaborative research projects.

Internships

Our strong reputation among employers locally and nationally means students have plenty of options when it comes to finding the right internship.

StrongPoints®

Our signature advising and coaching initiative is designed to help you identify and build on your strengths throughout your time at Meredith.

WORK-LIFE BALANCE Lowery Fitness Center

Free for students, the on-campus fitness center holds 39 pieces of equipment, including treadmills, bikes, elliptical cross trainers, ascent trainers, rowers, and power lifting racks. Personal training is also available to students, along with accessory equipment.

Central Location

Meredith is conveniently located near downtown Raleigh and the Research Triangle Park, an ideal starting point for internships, research, and volunteer opportunities.

Convenient Parking

Ample parking is available for students within easy walking distance to all academic buildings.

I PARTICIPATED IN THE ITALY STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM, WHERE I SPENT A SEMESTER IN SANSEPOLCRO, ITALY. OH MY GOODNESS WAS THAT POWERFUL. I TRAVELED EVERY WEEKEND AND EVEN STAYED 10 EXTRA DAYS, VISITING ROME, POLAND, VENICE, LONDON, AND PARIS. THAT TRIP WILL BE WITH ME FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE. THE STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM REALLY HAD A PROFOUND IMPACT ON ME.”

SHEILA THOMAS, ’19

Master of Social Work Social Work Major

INVEST IN YOURSELF. We know the cost of your education may be one of the concerns you have as an adult student. Our financial assistance staff will help you navigate how to pay for college and find ways to make an investment in yourself affordable.

Adult students should submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Admitted adult students may qualify for need-based grants, scholarships, and federal and private loans. Once enrolled, you may have the opportunity to receive Wings-specific scholarships.

SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS If you’re an adult student coming to Meredith to finish your first undergraduate degree, you may qualify for a transfer scholarship.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

Students who have been inducted into Phi Theta Kappa, the honor society for two-year colleges, and have at least 30 hours of transfer credit are eligible to receive Meredith’s Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship, an annual award of $5,000.

This scholarship is renewable for up to six consecutive semesters and requires full-time enrollment. Proof of induction into PTK is required.

Academic Incentive Scholarship

Students transferring from a regionally accredited community college, two-year institution, or four-year institution are considered at the time of admission for tuition grants and scholarships of up to $12,000 a year. Tuition grants and scholarships are renewable for up to six consecutive semesters and require full-time enrollment.

$7-12K

OVER 95%

$5K

$56.2 MILLION

Range of annual academic merit transfer awards

Phi Theta Kappa annual scholarships

of students receive scholarships or financial assistance.

Amount coordinated in financial assistance annually.

I’VE LEARNED SO MUCH, NOT JUST FROM MY STUDIES, BUT ABOUT MYSELF – THAT I AM PREPARED TO GO TO THE NEXT STEP AND GET MY PH.D. I DON’T HAVE THE THOUGHTS THAT I SHOULDN’T DO THIS OR I’M NOT SMART ENOUGH. I’M GOING TO DO THIS. I HAVE THAT CONFIDENCE.” BARBARA DIAMOND, ’20 Chemistry Major Ph.D. Student, Chemistry, University of Texas, Arlington

Learn more about Barbara and other Wings students.

WINGS STUDENT ADMISSIONS As an adult student, you bring distinctive strengths and valuable experience to your education. You also bring a unique education history, which helps determine the steps you’ll take to earn your degree. We’ll work with you individually to help you determine the best path forward – one that’s right for you and your goals.

WINGS FIRST YEAR

DEGREE COMPLETION

Women who want to begin their first undergraduate degree.

Women who want to transfer college credits to complete their degree at Meredith.

2ND DEGREE

RE-ADMISSION

NON-DEGREE

Women with a bachelor’s degree seeking a second bachelor’s degree or career change.

Previously enrolled Meredith students who want to finish their degree.

Women who want to take courses at Meredith, but are not ready to seek a degree.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP. Visiting campus, talking to students, and meeting with faculty in your area of interest are some of the best ways to get a true sense of what it’s like to be a Meredith student.

While visiting, you’ll learn more about how we can help you accomplish your academic goals. You’ll also explore options for majors, learn about transferring credit, and much more.

For the most up-to-date in-person and virtual visit options, choose an option below.

Find out how we’ll help you become even stronger.

Schedule your visit online at meredith.edu/visit

Email admissions@meredith.edu

Call Admissions at 1-800-MEREDITH or (919) 760-8581

MAJOR STRENGTHS

You’ll find the most current list of academic programs at meredith.edu/majors.

From Art Education to Web Development, Meredith offers more than 80 majors, minors, and programs to challenge you – including the option to design your own major.

MAJORS AND CONCENTRATIONS

Accounting - Business Administration Art Education Art - Graphic Design Art - Studio Biology Business Administration Human Resource Management Marketing Chemistry Child Development Communication Interpersonal Communication Mass Communication Public Relations Computer Science Criminology Dance Dance Education Private Studio Teaching Economics Education Engineering* English Environmental Sustainability Exercise and Sports Science Health and Physical Education Health and Wellness Family and Consumer Sciences Fashion Merchandising and Design Design Merchandising Food and Nutrition History Hospitality and Tourism Management Interior Design International Studies Mathematics Music Music Education Political Science Pre-Law Public Affairs Psychology Public Health Religious and Ethical Studies Self-Designed Social Work Sociology Spanish Cultural Literacy Professional Spanish Theatre Musical Theatre

MINORS

Accounting Applied Mathematics Art History Arts Administration

Biology Business Administration Chemical Physics Chemistry Child Development Communication Creative Writing Criminology Dance Data Science Economics English Entrepreneurship and Family Business Environmental Sustainability Exercise and Sports Science Family and Consumer Sciences Fashion Design Fashion Merchandising Finance Food and Nutrition Forensic Studies French Geoscience Graphic Design History Hospitality and Tourism Management Human Resource Management Interior Design International Studies Italian Studies Marketing Mathematics Mathematics and Computer Applications Medieval and Early Modern Studies Music Photography Political Science Pre-Law Professional Writing and Presentation Media Psychology Public Health Public History Religious and Ethical Studies Social Work Sociology Spanish Statistics Studio Art Theatre Web Development

ACCELERATED PROGRAMS

4+1 Master of Business Administration Accelerated 3+ Law Programs 3+3 with Campbell Law 3+2.5 with Elon Law

*Engineering offered as a dual degree (Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics) program with NC State University (Chemistry/Biological Engineering, Chemistry/Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry/ Chemical Engineering, Chemistry/Environmental Engineering, Chemistry/Textile Engineering, Computer Science/Computer Engineering, Mathematics/Biological Engineering, Mathematics/Biomedical Engineering, Mathematics/Civil Engineering, Mathematics/Computer Engineering, Mathematics/ Electrical Engineering, Mathematics/Industrial Engineering, Mathematics/Mechanical Engineering)

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM Dentistry Law Medicine Nursing Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Veterinary Medicine

TEACHER LICENSURE PROGRAMS

Undergraduate and Coeducational Post-Baccalaureate Birth-Kindergarten (B-K) Career and Technical Education (7-12) Family and Consumer Sciences Elementary Education (K-6) Middle Grades (6-9) English/Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies Secondary Grades (9-12) English/Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies Special Subject Areas (K-12) Art Dance Health and Physical Education Music Spanish Theatre

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Undergraduate Professional Performance Dance Music Musical Theatre Theatre Performance Technical/Design Graduate (Coeducational) Business Foundations Criminal Justice Criminal Justice & Substance Use Disorder Digital Communication Dietetic Internship Paralegal Pre-Health

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

(Coeducational) Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Master of Arts in Psychology Master of Arts in Teaching Master of Business Administration Master of Education Master of Science in Nutrition

WHEN YOU’RE READY TO EARN YOUR DEGREE, GO STRONG.

APPLY: MEREDITH.EDU/WINGS OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS | 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27607-5298 (919) 760-8581 or 1-800-MEREDITH | FAX (919) 760-2348 | admissions@meredith.edu

#MCGOINGSTRONG Meredith College admits qualified women students without regard to race, creed, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

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