Living on Campus

On-Campus Housing

The First Year residential communities are designed to provide support through the transition to college, and students interact regularly with professional staff as they get settled into their new home. Upperclass students have several options for housing on campus, including traditional residence halls, apartment style living, and college-owned houses near campus.

Dining Options

The dining experience at McDaniel College is based around fresh food and community. With more than 80% of students living on campus, sharing a meal is a central part of the McDaniel experience. And you'll do that while enjoying food that is is freshly prepared by our chefs. We offer vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options, and label all menu items accordingly. Your McDaniel 1Card is your link to to on and off campus dining options. Add funds to your prepaid account - McDaniel Bucks - and use your 1Card to make purchases on and around campus.

Campus Safety

The Department of Campus Safety helps students navigate a successful and safe experience at McDaniel College by providing 24 hour a day protection to the College community 365 days a year.

Health & Wellness

Maintaining good health and well-being is essential for every student's success and overall college experience. At McDaniel, we are committed to providing you with a comprehensive range of resources and support to help you thrive during your time on campus. Whether you're seeking medical care, counseling, fitness programs, or mindfulness groups, our dedicated team is here to empower you on your journey to a healthier and happier life.

Students sitting in outdoor chairs on campus.

Students laughing and in conversation sitting in outdoor chairs.

Students on computer in residence hall room.

Student on computer in hammock on campus.

85%

of McDaniel Students Live on Campus

24/7

Hours/Days per week Scotty's Convenience Store is Open.

15+

Local Restaurants and Businesses Accepting McDaniel 1Card Payment.

Find what moves you at McDaniel. McDaniel Fitness and Recreation

You can stay active at McDaniel in all your favorite ways, whether that’s going for a jog around the Hill, gardening at the McDaniel Environmental Center, or scoring a hole-in-one at the on-campus golf course. The Hill is home to professional-grade sport and fitness facilities where you can enjoy independent and group recreation. If you're feeling adventurous, you can even add courses on activities like yogalates and weight training to your course schedule.

Fitness and Recreation McDaniel Athletics

Photo of a student using a weightlifting machine in Merritt Fitness Center.

Photo from above of the staircase and equipment in Merritt Fitness Center.

Photos of cardio equipment in Merritt Fitness Center.

Students playing video games in Rec Room on campus.

A Place to Relax Rec Lounge Get Your Game On

The McDaniel Rec Lounge features pool tables, arcade games, board games and video game systems, providing you a relaxing place to hang out with friends, meet new people and unwind. Tournaments and other events are regularly held in the Rec Lounge and the arcade games are swapped out regularly so you can constantly achieve that new high score!

Residence Life Staff

Residence Life staff provide students with information and referrals to campus resources, educational programming in the halls, social gatherings to let the residence halls achieve a sense of community, assistance for individual students experiencing challenges, and a network of support for our residents at their home away from home.

Contact Residence Life