McDaniel College

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Suburb: Small
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	1,450
Student to faculty ratio	13 to 1
Acceptance rate	87%
Students retention rate	72%
On-time graduation rate	65%

Located in Westminster, Maryland, McDaniel College is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

The acceptance rate of 87% indicates that McDaniel College is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

McDaniel College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, McDaniel College emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at McDaniel College is 72% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Maryland is 76%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at McDaniel College do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
The institution provides on-campus housing
Website

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

86.7%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$46,336

Cost of attendance at McDaniel College in 2022 for students from Maryland.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Maryland's average	$9,814
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$46,336

Cost of attendance at McDaniel College in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Maryland's average	$22,808
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at McDaniel College received on average $39,386 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$39,386

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	249	43%	$5,370	$1,337,010
Other Federal Grant	250	43%	$6,060	$1,515,103
State Grant/Scholarships	186	32%	$8,151	$1,516,082
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	578	99%	$34,346	$19,851,839
Total Grant & Scholarships	581	100%	$39,386	$22,883,024

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of McDaniel College students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of McDaniel College students is 65.0%. Female students graduated at a rate of 66.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 63.2%.

65.0%

asian 50.0% 8 students
African American 54.4% 43 students
white 69.1% 183 students
unknown 44.4% 4 students
hispanic 73.7% 28 students
Mixed Race 59.1% 13 students

Sport Conferences

Football Centennial Conference
Baseball Centennial Conference
Basketball Centennial Conference
Track and Cross Country Centennial Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

McDaniel College provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

McDaniel College offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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