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Macalester College

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Overview

Founded in 1874, the Macalester College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Saint Paul (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Minnesota. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Macalester College (Mac) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Presbyterian religion. Macalester College (Mac) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 149-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Mac also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Macalester College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Macalester College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Macalester College' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Macalester College's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym Mac
Founded 1874
Motto Natura et Revelatio Coeli Gemini
Nature and Revelation are twin sisters of heaven
Colours Blue and orange
Mascot The Scot
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University Location

Address 1600 Grand Avenue
Saint Paul
55105-1899 Minnesota
United States
Macalester College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Macalester College Phone Number +1 (651) 696 6000
Macalester College Fax Number +1 (651) 696 6689

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Macalester College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Macalester College's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Macalester College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Macalester College.

Macalester College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
Not reported
International
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Macalester College's admission information.

Macalester College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Macalester College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Macalester College a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Macalester College's acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Macalester College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Macalester College's Admission Office Admission Office

1600 Grand Avenue
St. Paul 55105-1899
(651) 696 6357
800 231 7974

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Macalester College.

Macalester College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Macalester College has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Macalester College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Macalester College's Control Type Control Type

Macalester College is a private higher education institution.


Macalester College's Entity Type Entity Type

Macalester College is a non-profit higher education institution.


Macalester College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Macalester College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Macalester College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Macalester College is Christian-Presbyterian Religious Affiliation

Macalester College has a Christian-Presbyterian affiliation (Presbyterian Church (USA) - www.pcusa.org).


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Macalester College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Size & Setting Four-year, small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Exclusively undergraduate four-year
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Arts & sciences focus, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Not classified (Exclusively Undergraduate)

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Macalester College's main facilities:


Macalester College's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Macalester College's Library

Macalester College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 279,476 physical volumes, 18,502 physical media, 314,622 digital/electronic media and 230 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 25 full-time employees, including 13 librarians. Macalester College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Macalester College's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Macalester College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,332 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Macalester College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Macalester College's main services:


Macalester College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Macalester College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Macalester College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Macalester College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Macalester College's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Macalester College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Macalester College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Macalester College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society (ACS)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Macalester College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Associated Colleges of the Midwest (ACM)
  • Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC)
  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • American Council on Education (ACE)
  • Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U)
  • Association of Presbyterian Colleges and Universities (APCU)
  • Minnesota Private College Council (MPCC)
  • American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

Macalester College's Facebook page Macalester College's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Macalester College's X (formerly Twitter) page Macalester College's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Macalester College's YouTube channel Macalester College's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Macalester College's Instagram page Macalester College's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Macalester College's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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