1867
Westminster, MD

School Details

McDaniel College is a four-year private school located in Westminster, Maryland. In 1867, McDaniel College was established as Western Maryland College. Western Maryland was the first co-educational institution south of the Mason-Dixon Line and was among the first in the nation. The school was renamed McDaniel College in honor of an alumnus who gave a lifetime of service to the college in 2002.

The principles of McDaniel College are: 

  • Helping students become informed about the world
  • Providing various approaches to knowledge
  • Making sure students have the fundamental skills to succeed
  • Providing professional training to ensure confidence in the career force

McDaniel College’s motto, E Tenebris in Lucem Voco, translates to “I call you out of darkness into light.” McDaniel College offers certificates, bachelor’s degrees, and master’s degrees. Undergraduate majors and graduate programs are available to students, as well as graduate online programs.

Accreditation & Licensing

McDaniel College is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

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