Raleigh, North Carolina

it starts here

When you’re thinking about

where to go to college, you’re also

choosing your new home for the next

four years—so it’s important to find the place that’s right for you. Meredith and

Raleigh offer the perfect blend of city living and a classic collegiate setting.

welcome to our

city…

Raleigh’s active arts scene is supported by the N.C. Museum of

Art, which is connected to Meredith by a greenway that runs

through campus. The city’s extensive parks system makes it easy

to enjoy the great outdoors—and the beach and the mountains

are both just a short drive away.

NC Beaches

Art Galleries

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“For me, Raleigh is a perfect college city, because it’s

a big city, but it feels like a small town. There are lots

of opportunities—and people in Raleigh are very diverse

and well-educated.”—Katie Woolard, ’11

spots to explore

places

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Mellow Mushroom

A recent article in Bon Appétit named

nearby Durham-Chapel Hill “America’s

Foodiest Small Town.”

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Here in the Triangle

you’ll find some of the

most eclectic dining in

the Southeast that

reflects a wide range of

cultures, from Indian to

Thai, Italian to American.

Our temperate climate

means you can enjoy

outdoor eateries year-

round. And if you’re

craving a treat, Ben and

Jerry’s is right across

the street from Meredith.

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where

Relaxing and having fun

with friends is a huge part

of college life. Meredith

is just minutes from

Cameron Village, a diverse

collection of shops and

restaurants with a cozy,

intimate feel. Another

favorite spot for hang-

ing out is the Royal Bean,

a coffee shop just a two

minute walk from campus.

Tough Love Boutique

hang

where

“I love being in Raleigh because there are so

many great opportunities—we have so many

options to shop, have dinner and go out. I’m

never bored!”—Lauren Clark, ’13

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places to together

Take free bus rides on the Wolfline to NC State’s campus, located less than a mile away.

Carolina Hurricanes

More than 108,000 college students live and

study at 11 colleges and universities in the

Research Triangle Park area.

Dave Matthews BandKenny Chesney

Rascal Flatts

Kings of Leon

Tift Merritt

The Decemberists

The Triangle is one of the

hottest locations around for live

music. Recent artists include:

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The DuhksNo DoubtColdplayWilcoSnoop DoggThe Hold SteadyJohn Mayer

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a place to

Campus Concert

With campus concerts, an impressive array of speakers and

cultural events, and a host of clubs and student activities, there’s

always something happening on campus, too. And Meredith is

known for having some of the nicest residence halls around.

a place to

“My favorite thing about living on campus is being

surrounded by friends 24/7. Also, if you want a

late night snack, someone is always willing to make

a Cookout run with you!”—Sara Taylor, ’10

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call home

I Belie…that a good life

The best way to get a sense

of a place is to experience it first-hand. So we encourage

you to spend some time exploring Raleigh and the

surrounding area when you

visit Meredith.

ve...starts here. At Meredith.

Office of Admissions

3800 Hillsborough Street

Raleigh, NC 27607-5298

(919) 760-8581 or 1(800) MEREDITH

admissions@meredith.edu

www.meredith.eduMeredith College admits qualified women

students without regard to race, creed,

national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation,

age or disability.

Photography by Christopher Ferrer, Jon Gardiner, Gary Knight, Tom Knott, Megan Morr, Dave Timberlake, Michael

Zirkle. Additional photos courtesy of Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitor’s Bureau and NC Division of Tourism.

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The places included in this book were identified as favorites of Meredith students through an informal survey.

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