Admissions Overview
The admission process at Macalester College has a 28% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Macalester College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
28%
Selective
Application Volume
8,099
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
23%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Macalester College has a 28% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Macalester College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Macalester College. About 30% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,350 to 1,510. Additionally, about 28% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
30% of students submitted400
1600
1350 – 1510
200
800
680 – 750
200
800
670 – 760
ACT Scores
28% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
30 – 35
1
36
26 – 35
Admission Statistics
8,099 students applied to MACALESTER. Of those, 28% were accepted (2,285 students). Of these 2,285 accepted students, 518 chose to enroll.
8,099
Total Applicants
2,285
Students Admitted
518
Students Enrolled
28%
Acceptance Rate