Raleigh, NC · Fayetteville, NC · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Meredith College | Methodist University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 74.7% | 75.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $43,936 | $39,664 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $43,936 | $39,664 |
| Average Net Price | $12,441 | $14,009 |
| Graduation Rate | 65.0% | 40.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Meredith College accepts 74.7% of applicants; Methodist University accepts 75.2%. Meredith College's tuition is $43,936. Methodist University's is $39,664. Methodist University is cheaper. Meredith College graduates 65% of students in 6 years. Methodist University graduates 40%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Meredith College. It accepts 74.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Methodist University has lower published tuition: $39,664 versus $43,936. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Meredith College: 65% of students finish in 6 years. Methodist University is at 40%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.