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2026-27 cycleWestminster, MD
McDaniel College
McDaniel College is a private liberal arts college in Westminster, Maryland. Recognized as one of the original Colleges That Change Lives, McDaniel offers a customizable curriculum and guarantees students experiential learning opportunities through the McDaniel Commitment.
Acceptance rate
78%
Undergrad enrollment
1,600
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
Free
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early DecisionEarly Decision | November 1, 2026 |
| Early ActionEarly Action I | November 15, 2026 |
| TransferTransfer Spring Entry | December 1, 2026 |
| ScholarshipHonors Program & Presidential Scholarship | December 15, 2026 |
| Early ActionEarly Action II | December 15, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | February 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidPreferred FAFSA Deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| TransferTransfer Fall Entry Priority Deadline | August 15, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
McDaniel College does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.