New Spring Student Guide
Can you believe it? You'll be a McDaniel College student in just a few months.
Step 1 Get Connected Deadline: As soon as possible
- Mark your Calendar for Spring Orientation on January 29
- Learn about the different meal plans
- Complete the Housing Survey and Select a Meal Plan (New Students Planning to Live On-Campus Only)
- Submit the Required Health Forms (As soon as possible but no later than January 13th)
- Complete the McDaniel Health Insurance Waiver
- Student Athlete Required Forms will be sent to you from your coach
- Complete your Placement Exams
- Register for Accommodations
- The Academic Life Office will be in touch soon with more information about the advising and class registration process. If you have any academic questions in the meantime, you can contact Academic Life by emailing academiclife@mcdaniel.edu or calling 410-857-2251.
Are you ready? Let's get started!
Now that you are connected, you are ready to get started on the rest of your list!
Welcome Home
DEADLINE: AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Your Welcome Home Checklist will guide you through the process of moving to McDaniel.
Preparing for Academic Success
DEADLINE: AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
As you begin your academic journey, this checklist will guide you through the steps of completing your placement exams and registering for needed academic support.
Wrapping Up
DEADLINE: AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Wrap up those last minute details like Financial Aid and Admissions paperwork, submit a photo for your official McDaniel 1Card, and complete the required Health & Wellness trainings.
First Year Transition & Support

The First Year Experience Office Our Center for the First Year Experience
