Macalester College is a private, undergraduate-only liberal arts college in Saint Paul, Minnesota, founded in 1874. Wikipedia reports 2,068 students in fall 2025, 38 majors and 40 minors, an endowment of $921.6 million in 2025, and NCAA Division III athletics. Its Scottish and Presbyterian roots show in its Scots teams, bagpipe tradition and Highland Cow mascot. The college is known for an emphasis on internationalism, multiculturalism and service to society, plus a strong sustainability record. Notable alumni include Kofi Annan and Walter Mondale. Macalester states that it meets 100% of demonstrated need for admitted students, and starting with fall 2026 entrants the Macalester Tuition Promise offers full-tuition scholarships to admitted U.S. students with family incomes of $100,000 or less.
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First-year applicants apply through the Common App or the QuestBridge Application. Macalester is test-optional, with Early Decision, Early Action and Regular Decision rounds.
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Location
1600 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105, United States, Minnesota
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