McDaniel College

McDaniel College, established in 1867, is a culturally rich, non-profit liberal arts college located on a picturesque 160-acre campus in Westminster, Maryland, near Baltimore and Washington, D.C. As a nationally recognized institution of higher education, McDaniel College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), with its accreditation reaffirmed on November 6, 2023, following an extensive self-study process. The college has held MSCHE accreditation since 1922 and is authorized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

With a student body of nearly 3,000 students—58% undergraduates and 42% graduates—McDaniel College is committed to providing a transformative liberal arts education. The college emphasizes affordable tuition, high-quality education, and practical academic programs, making it one of the most valuable and impactful higher education institutions in the United States.

McDaniel College is known for its small class sizes and high-quality teaching, maintaining a student-to-faculty ratio of 12:1 with an average class size of 15 students. This approach ensures personalized attention and a supportive learning environment, fostering student success both academically and professionally.

The college's reputation is reflected in its rankings:

• Ranked #1 as U.S. News Most Valuable College in the North.
• Ranked #31 among U.S. News Top Northern Colleges and Universities.
• Ranked #381 in Princeton Review's Best Colleges in the Nation.
• Ranked #1 by Ed Smart in the Top 25 Best Colleges in Maryland.

McDaniel College’s dedication to comprehensive liberal arts education and its significant contributions to the academic and personal growth of its students make it a powerful and transformative institution in the higher education landscape.

1. Start the Application: Fill out the contact form below.

• Receive the online application form and the application package (including language requirements, recommendation letters, and GMAT/GRE waiver). 

2. Materials required to apply: Follow the email guidelines to complete the online application form

• All academic transcripts (overseas transcripts need to be certified by WES or ECE transcript)
• Resume
• A letter of professional or academic recommendation
• A copy of your current visa
• A copy of passport with photo

• English scores (The English requirements can be waived if you hold a U.S. degree):

  • TOEFL 80+
  • IELTS 6.0+
  • Duolingo 110+

• Bank Statement: $25,000

3. Wait for your result and once you are admitted, you can start to enroll

After you receive your acceptance letter, you should confirm the SEVIS transfer time with the International Student Office of your original school, and fill out the SEVIS transfer form to transfer your SEVIS from your original school to McDaniel College.