Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
83.58%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
McDaniel College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 83.58%. This means approximately 836 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,652 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
83.58%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $49,647 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $49,647 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $62,974 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $20,923 | State avg: $16,580. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 33.81% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 61.27% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does McDaniel College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$49,647
Room and board
$12,594
Books and supplies
$1,450
Other expenses
$2,454
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$62,974
Average net price
$20,923
Average aid coverage
67%
$42,051 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at McDaniel College pays approximately $20,923 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Maryland average of $16,580 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is McDaniel College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Maryland and national averages.
McDaniel College net price
$20,923
Maryland average
$16,580
National average
$17,506
McDaniel College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $49,647 and average net price at $20,923. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$49,647
Current net price
$20,923
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
63.76%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$60,663
Undergraduates
1,652
10-Year Median Earnings - McDaniel College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
McDaniel College graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends McDaniel College?
Undergraduates
1,652
Completion rate
63.76%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
33.81%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
61.27%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 33.81% of McDaniel College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 61.27% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at McDaniel College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use McDaniel College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
McDaniel College lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
McDaniel College is listed at 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD 21157. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare McDaniel College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDaniel College | 83.58% | $49,647 | $20,923 | $60,663 |
| University of Maryland Baltimore | Not available | Not available | Not available | $88,174 |
| Johns Hopkins University | 7.56% | $63,340 | $18,161 | $87,555 |
| Capitol Technology University | 77.94% | $27,318 | $24,678 | $85,035 |
| University of Maryland-College Park | 44.84% | $40,306 | $15,590 | $82,860 |
Similar Schools in Westminster
This local cluster focuses on nearby Westminster schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Westminster.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is McDaniel College's acceptance rate?
McDaniel College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 83.58%.
How much is McDaniel College tuition?
McDaniel College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $49,647.
What is McDaniel College's average net price?
McDaniel College's average net price in the local dataset is $20,923.
What does McDaniel College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $11,334 for McDaniel College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is McDaniel College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $60,663 for McDaniel College.
Is McDaniel College accredited?
McDaniel College's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend McDaniel College?
The local dataset lists 1,652 undergraduate students at McDaniel College.
What percentage of McDaniel College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for McDaniel College in the local dataset is 33.81%.
What is the federal loan rate at McDaniel College?
The federal loan rate for McDaniel College in the local dataset is 61.27%.
Where should I verify McDaniel College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with McDaniel College or the latest official federal education data.