77.9%
Acceptance rate
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SAT (mid 50%)
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ACT (mid 50%)
Test required
Testing
How hard is it to get into McDaniel College?
With a 77.9% acceptance rate, McDaniel College is accessible — admits a majority of applicants. It enrolls roughly 1,617 undergraduates (small town setting) in Westminster, MD. Solid grades, a sensible test plan, and thoughtful essays go a long way here.
What it takes to get in
- Testing policy: Test required. Confirm on the school's site, since policies shift each cycle.
- Essays: at McDaniel College's selectivity, the application essays are often what separates similar applicants. Make them specific and authentically yours.
Cost
Published tuition is about $52,081 per year before aid. Many students pay less after financial aid — check the school's net price calculator.
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- What is McDaniel College's acceptance rate?
- McDaniel College's acceptance rate is 77.9%, which makes it accessible — admits a majority of applicants.
- Is McDaniel College test-optional?
- McDaniel College's current testing policy is: Test required. Always confirm on the school's admissions site, as policies change by cycle.
Sources & official links
- McDaniel College on College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education)
- Admissions figures compiled from the Common Data Set and IPEDS.
Figures are the most recent available from Common Data Set, IPEDS, and public reports, and are approximate. Always confirm details on McDaniel College’s official admissions site.