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McDaniel College
McDaniel College

McDaniel College

Westminster, MD, USA
Private
4 Year

Overview

McDaniel College is a private institution situated in Westminster, Maryland. The school operates a satellite campus in Budapest, Hungary. The school provides a liberal arts curriculum and BFA students participate in the “McDaniel Plan” which incorporates critical thinking, persuasive writing, and public speaking. Top fields of study include parks, recreation and leisure studies, psychology, and communications.

Acceptance Rate:
82%
Average Net Price:
$18,182
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.7
Average SAT Composite
1151

Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$18,182
Calculate your net cost
Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$49,647
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$49,647
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$12,594
Books and Supplies
$1450
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$12,310
$30k - $48k
$14,547
$48k - $75k
$16,192
$75k - $110k
$22,681
$110k+
$27,226
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
86%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
35%
Average Aid Per Year
$38,848
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
35%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,181
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$34,187

 

Students receiving state aid
26%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$9066
Students receiving federal aid
38%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,181
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$49,736
$30k - $48k
$44,805
$48k - $75k
$42,373
$75k - $110k
$38,984
$110k+
$34,532
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$46,482,672
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$18,707,583

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
76%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,915
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$17,986
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$239
Students receiving federal loans
66%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,389
Average Other Loans Per Year
$17,049

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Private
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Blind

This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
0
100
82%
Acceptance Rate
4311
Students Applied
59%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
45
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is not checked
No
SAT Subject Tests
Item is not checked
No
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted.November 1
Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier.December 15
Fall Regular DecisionMarch 1

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Common Application
Common Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
71%
Out-Of-State Students
27%
24%
Submitting ACT
82%
Submitting SAT
Average SAT Composite: 1151
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
520
75th
610
Reading
25th
530
75th
620
3.7
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
41%
3.50 - 3.74
19%
3.25 - 3.49
15%
3.00 - 3.24
14%
2.50 - 2.99
11%
Students Enrolled By Class Rank

Top 10%
22
Top 25%
45
Top 50%
77

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 800-638-5005
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
3,000
Total Number of Undergrads
1,766
0
100
53%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
63%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Four-one-four plan

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
Learning Options
  • ROTC Army
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
67%
20-39 Students
32%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
57

Faculty Overview

Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
41%
59%
Residency
In-State Students
71%
Out-Of-State Students
27%
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
27
Countries Represented
21
Ethnicity
African American
25%
Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
Hispanic
10%
White
54%
Multiracial
5%
Unknown
3%
Percent of First Generation Students
26%
Student Organizations
90
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
83%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
80%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Green Terror
School Colors
green and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Centennial Conference
Total Male Athletes
309
Total Female Athletes
151
Intramural Sports
15
Sports Club
1
Sports Team (Men)
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
McDaniel College Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$54,000
Top 5 Cities
Baltimore
Washington
New York
York
Boston
Top 5 Employers
McDaniel College
Montgomery County Public Schools
Carroll County Public Schools
Howard County Public Schools
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Community and Social Services
Operations
Sales
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$17,986
Loan Default Rate
3%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$239
McDaniel presents its students with a WIDE array of classes on so many topics. I was able to take a class about the relationship between madness and creativity. There's classes on South Park's take on social commentary, in-depth studies into theatre or science. If you can dream of the class, it will probably be offered at McDaniel at some point.

Also, the professors are open and willing to help any student who requests it. They love teaching their classes and it really does show.
Laura from Middle River, MD
At any college, you're only going to get out of your education what you put into it, but at McDaniel, the possibilities are endless. First-Year Seminar courses like Music and Words as a Quest for Meaning and Horror Fiction help freshmen adapt to college life. The Honors Program allows you to take special courses in topics such as Great Works of the Western World, A Hero's Journey, and Nanotechnology. Sophomore Interdisciplinary Studies courses feature topics like September 11 and its Aftermath and South Park and Contemporary Issues. Most professors have the highest degree in their field, and I have never had a professor that was not willing to talk to you in person for extra help or even just friendly conversation. Even outside the classroom, students have so many opportunities that promote skill-building and learning, such as internships, campus employment, and a huge variety of extra-curricular activities.
Hanna from Prince Frederick, MD
McDaniel is overall a wonderful school. While there are a few issues, mainly concerning internet speed, residence halls, and Campus Safety officers, the professors of McDaniel truly make it a place of learning. I do not regret my decision to come here, as I've learned a great deal in my first year.
Sarah from Keedysville, MD
The campus is absolutely beautiful. The teachers are always there to help when possible. The campus atmosphere is calm, relaxed, and you can get to know everyone on campus without too much difficulty if you so choose.
Ryan from LA Plata, MD
McDaniel is a great small, liberal arts school. The small size of the school makes each student feel comfortable and welcome. The professors are able to interact with students personally when needed.
Myeisha from Baltimore, MD
McDaniel is a tight-knit family consisting of passionate experienced professors and students who truly want to learn. It has the small campus atmosphere with all the opportunities of a bigger school. I absolutely love McDaniel and it is the perfect place for me to receive my education.
Viktoria from Rowland, PA
McDaniel is a college with a beautiful campus and some vibrant students. Because of its size, the teachers all get to know their students and truly care about them. The campus is also small enough to get around quickly, from end to end.
Amanda from Parkville, MD
McDaniel College is a great place to go to school because the professors truly, genuinely care about you. Every one of them is more than happy to help with anything you need at all. McDaniel's faculty and staff is personal and approachable for anything and everything.
This is a small, private school. The campus is beautiful.
Thao Vy from Rockville, MD
Best professors ever had. Complete dedicated to the success of each and every student. College support staff easy to contact and return calls promptly.
Patricia from Baltimore, MD