McDaniel College
About
Located in Westminster, Maryland, McDaniel College is a premier private liberal arts college celebrated for its student-centric focus as a member of the prestigious *Colleges That Change Lives* consortium, offering particularly strong programs in kinesiology, business administration, education, and psychology. The close-knit, collaborative campus culture fosters deep faculty mentorship and a vibrant student experience characterized by active Division III athletics and a wealth of student-led organizations. What truly sets McDaniel apart is the "McDaniel Plan"—a highly customizable curriculum guaranteeing every student a personalized pathway and hands-on learning—as well as the unique opportunity to study seamlessly at the college's sister campus in Budapest, Hungary.
Wikipedia:McDaniel College is a private college in Westminster, Maryland, United States, established in 1867. McDaniel College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The college also has a satellite campus, McDaniel College Budapest, in Budapest, Hungary. The college owns and manages a shopping center and residential properties through its for-profit arm.
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McDaniel College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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