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Commencement Registration FAQs
The 2024 Commencement Ceremonies will be held in the Courtyard behind Johnson Hall. Hooding Ceremonies for graduate programs will be on various dates and locations on campus. Please check with your program coordinator for more information on Hooding Ceremonies.
Children two (2) years of age and under do not need a ticket, provided they stay in a lap. Strollers are not encouraged as they block aisles.
Caps, gowns, and graduate degree hoods are available for purchase through the Campus Store. Details have been provided to your Meredith email address. Please direct questions to the Campus Store at (919) 760-8545 or campusstore@meredith.edu.
Ensure you are using your Meredith student email (@email.meredith.edu or @meredith.edu). If your email still isn’t working, contact commencement@meredith.edu for assistance.
Accessibility accommodations can be requested for graduates or graduate guests using this Google Form. Graduates should submit the form, regardless of whether the request is for the graduate or one of the graduate’s guests.
- If you are attending the 8:30 a.m. ceremony, you should enter through the Hillsborough Street entrance. You may park in Parking Lots 1, 2, 15, 16, 17, and 18.
- If you are attending the 11 a.m. ceremony, you should enter campus through the Faircloth Street gate. You may park in Parking Lots 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, and 12.
Please see the Meredith College Campus Map for additional guidance.
Yes, when you attend the Courtyard Commencement Ceremony, you should arrive wearing your hood, since hooding ceremonies are being held separately.
Diplomas will be, or have been, mailed to the address listed on your application for graduation.
A comprehensive rain plan will be shared with graduates prior to Commencement. Students will be notified of this decision via the Commencement website, email, and social media. Notification will only be sent in the event that the ceremony must be moved indoors.
Senior portraits have been taken. Depending on when you sign up, you may still be able to have your image taken at one of our vendor’s senior portrait studios by going to prestigeportraits.com/studio.
To ensure all families are able to see their graduates, please refrain from bringing large items such as posters, “fat heads,” and balloons to the ceremony as they can block other attendees’ view.
Meredith College welcomes students from around the world – we believe that our academic community is strongest when students bring different ideas, experiences, and cultures to campus. You’ll study in strong academic programs with professors who will know you and in a safe community that’s committed to supporting your goals.
Our campus is located in Raleigh, North Carolina’s capital city and one of three cities that comprise Research Triangle Park – the largest research park in the United States and known as North Carolina’s premier global innovation center.
Whether you’ll be seeking a student visa or are already in the U.S., we look forward to welcoming you to the Meredith community.
Have questions? Register for a virtual visit with your admission counselor.
If you’re in the U.S. come to campus for a personalized visit or in-person open house.
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(919) 760-8110
bathompson@meredith.edu
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International Student Guidebook
Personal interaction with faculty helped international student Mwende Mumo, ’23, identify the right majors that would capitalize on her math and problem-solving strengths.
Can International Students Apply for Financial Aid?
Need-based institutional financial aid for international students is available. First-year international students are considered for all of our merit-based scholarships, including the Full-Ride Merit Scholarship and Academic Merit Scholarship. Transfer scholarships are available for transfer international students.
Learn more about financial aid and scholarships for international students.
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Strong Stories
Computer science major Wanjiru Mambo, ’24, has held several internship positions and participated in experiential experiences to expand her knowledge and network.
During her time at Meredith, Vera Otieno, ’25, grew more confident in her strengths and is assured she can use them to overcome challenges.
Mei Li Moo King, ’23, is a planner with an aptitude for mathematics. As an international student at Meredith, she found opportunities to explore her interests and, with minors in statistics and data science, accepted a position after graduation at Credit Suisse as a risk analyst.
International students are an integral and valued part of our campus, with over 40 students from more than 25 different countries currently here on F-1 Visas. As an international applicant, your admission process will be similar to that of U.S. applicants, with a few extra steps because of visa requirements.
This guidebook provides resources to support your journey. In addition, Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions Offices, as well as the Office of International Programs, are available to assist you with any questions you may have along the way.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Meredith community.
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Raleigh is one of the fastest-growing urban centers in the country. It’s home to renowned museums of art, history, and science; several colleges and universities; the Carolina Hurricanes pro hockey team; and a number of the region’s top companies.
Our beautiful 225-acre campus is conveniently located–we’re just minutes from downtown, which boasts a bustling arts, nightlife, retail, and culinary scene. Raleigh-Durham International Airport and the Research Triangle Park are also a short distance away. Two hours east of our campus is the Atlantic Ocean. Three hours west are the beautiful Appalachian Mountains.
Raleigh is often cited as one of the best places to live and work in America. We’re proud to call it home.
