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Macalester College

Saint Paul, MN
Key Statistics

Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and the Common Data Set (CDS). Figures represent the most recently reported academic year.

Acceptance Rate
29%
Graduation Rate
87%
Retention Rate
92%
4-yr Completion
87%
Enrollment
2,131
Median Earnings
$63,878

SAT Score Range

1350–1510

25th–75th percentile

ACT Score Range

30–34

25th–75th percentile

📊 CDS / Scorecard data last synced: May 1, 2026

School Profile
Athletic ConferenceMidwest Conference
Campus Safety
8
Total Crimes
6
Violent Crimes
2
Property Crimes

Source: U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act data (2022). On-campus crimes only; does not include off-campus or public property incidents.

Application Deadlines
Common App
Early Decision (ED)
Binding — commit to attend if accepted
Nov 15
Early Action (EA)
Non-binding early application
Nov 15
Regular Decision (RD)
Standard application deadline
Jan 15
Application FeeFree

Deadlines are approximate. Always verify on the school's official website before applying.

Tuition and Costs
In-State Tuition$68,104/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$68,104/yr
Avg Net Price$32,149/yr
Pell Grant Recipients17%
Federal Loan Recipients36%
Median Earnings (10yr)$63,878
Campus Info
Settingurban
Sizemedium
Typeprivate
Students2,131
App FeeFree
RD DeadlineJan 15

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