McDaniel College

I am very pleased with the education I received at McDaniel. Instead of ‘math proficiency exams,’ though, I wish I had instead been encouraged to take exams more applicable to real life. What about a job-​finding class or a seminar on how to evaluate a potential mortgage and balance the check book? I think McDaniel’s students would be better served by these real life experiences.
McDaniel offered a very supportive network of faculty and staff. I enjoyed the small size and the fact that I could easily find a place in my areas of interest. This enabled me (formerly a shy high school student) to take an active leadership role in music groups and on the college newspaper. I constantly use the leadership skills I learned and developed at McDaniel; they are directly relevant to my job as I am self-​employed.
I agree with the first reviewer – you are not a number here – people will remember and recognize you and your professors will intervene if you need help. College life here is also fun for Greeks and independents and there are two large service groups to join as well.
It is somewhat a suitcase school. This was rough on my wallet since I lived in Pennsylvania and found myself also going home frequently when most of my friends did the same.

I’m in my last year here at McDaniel College, and it’s been a good experience. It’s a small school in a pretty rural area. If you’re looking for a college that gives their students a lot of attention and small classes, then this is the place. They offer a lot of services to help with academics, and your advisor is very easy to get a hold of if you need them. I feel like I’ve gotten a lot of help and a good education. I’m definitely a person with a name here, not a number.
If you’re looking for a college town, this place is kind of lacking. The downtown is kind of dangerous and there isn’t too much to do anyway. I do however recommend the Down Under pub for open mic nights and kareoke nights, and O’Lordan’s Irish Pub. Stay away from Ernies Bar. that place is creepy with lots of sketchy townies. If you’re looking for more night life Baltimore is only about 30 mins away, so hop on the metro. or take a drive.
Getting involved on campus is fairly easy. I recommend that. That’s the best way to meet new people and be active on campus.
I also recommend studying abroad. I studied abroad in Australia for 5 months and had the most amazing time of my life. McDaniel also has a sister school in Budpest, Hungary, so a lot of kids go here and have a blast. Definitely take advantage of the study abroad programs!!! You won’t regret it.
Housing kind of sucks… unless you get lucky and live in North Village, a house or the Garden Apartment. Good luck getting those though, unless you’re a senior or involved in a club. If you do get into these places, they’re great!
As for the students, not much diversity. a lot of white rich kids. McDaniel is trying to change this though. A lot of kids go home on the weekends as well.
Overall, I think every school has it’s good and bad aspects, but I’ve enjoyed my time here at McDaniel and do feel part of the McDaniel community. It’s been a fun and enriching experience, but I’m ready to graduate and get out of here!