Adverse Winter Weather
With the Raleigh area under a Winter Storm Advisory, Meredith College classes will be held remotely on Monday, January 26, and Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Employees who can work remotely can do so during all shifts on January 26 – January 27. Campus activities for Sunday, January 25, are also cancelled.

Please continue to monitor weather updates from the National Weather Service and local news outlets for the most up-to-date information on the storm. For more information on winter weather safety and preparation, visit  ReadyNC.gov.

Master of Education

Go strong for education. The Meredith M.Ed.

No matter how strong you are as a teacher, the Meredith M.Ed. will make you even stronger. Our renowned program – designed for licensed K-12 teachers – will deepen your knowledge or prepare you for a new role in education. You’ll improve your classroom teaching effectiveness and develop professionally. You’ll be ready to succeed in leadership positions within schools or school systems.

The Meredith Master of Education program in Raleigh is one of the region’s best. Schools seek out and hire Meredith-trained educators. And graduates consistently receive local, state, and national educator awards.

With four specialized tracks – elementary education, English as a second language, literacy, and special education (general curriculum) – the women and men who complete the Meredith M.Ed. are well prepared to make an impact in their schools.

Program Quick Facts

  • 33-36* credit hours (11-12 courses)
  • Coeducational program open to women and men
  • Classes blend in-person, hybrid, and online courses
  • Courses are scheduled from 5-7:50 p.m. in the fall and spring semesters and 5:00-8:30 p.m. in the summer session. Courses meet once per week during the school year, twice per week in the summer
  • Typical time to degree is 2.5 years
  • Admission deadlines are July 1 for fall (classes begin in August), November 1 for spring (classes begin in January), and April 1 for summer (classes begin in May)
  • 98% of students are currently employed as teachers
  • Tuition is $500 per credit hour plus additional program fees
  • Financial assistance is available

*Number of credit hours varies by specialty track.


Strong Story | Satina Smith

Earning her M.Ed. with AIG specialization has led Satina Smith, '06, '11 (M.Ed.), to additional leadership opportunities and taken her teaching skills to the next level.

Earning her M.Ed. with AIG specialization has led Satina Smith, ’06, ’11 (M.Ed.), to additional leadership opportunities and taken her teaching skills to the next level.

Contact Information  
207 Ledford Hall
(919) 760-8316
gradeducation@meredith.edu
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