S1 School Facts: McDaniel College

Facts as of October 2026. Schools can change their rules, so confirm with us before you apply.

Where you study

• Campus: Maryland.
• How often you come to campus: once a semester.

Who can get Day 1 CPT

Day 1 CPT means you can start CPT (work authorization tied to your program) from day one.

• Transfer (F-1 from another US school): Yes
• New F-1 from abroad: Yes, with conditions: you need a job offer related to your program.
• Change of status (to F-1 inside the US): Yes, with conditions: you need a job offer related to your program.
• Reinstatement (restoring terminated F-1 status): No
• End of status / grace period (program or OPT finished): Not confirmed — our senior admission consultant can check your case

Job and employer requirements

• When you apply for Day 1 CPT, you must already have a job offer related to your program.
• Employer documents: a cooperative agreement.
• CPT is renewed once a year and can start from your program start date.

Academic and English requirements

• Minimum GPA: 3.0.
• English test waived if you've studied or worked in the US.
• Minimum scores: TOEFL 79, IELTS 6 or Duolingo 110.

Costs

• Estimated total tuition: $21,000–$25,200. Fees are extra.
• One-time fee: $208.
• No deposit.
• Proof of funds (money you show for your I-20): $24,750, via bank statements or a sponsor's affidavit of support.

Application documents and timing

• Documents: online application, passport, transcripts from every school you attended and proof of funds, plus a resume. Transfer students also send their latest I-20.
• Foreign degree: a NACES credential evaluation (approved US evaluator) is accepted.
• You can transfer in up to 6 credits.
• Admission decision: usually 1–2 weeks for transfers, 2–3 weeks for change of status.
• Ask us for the next start date and application deadline.