Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
28.21%
SAT Average
1,424
ACT Range
30-33
Macalester College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 28.21%. This means approximately 282 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,131 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
28.21%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $64,908 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $64,908 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $78,900 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $29,980 | State avg: $17,382. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 17.33% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 37.47% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Macalester College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$64,908
Room and board
$15,477
Books and supplies
$926
Other expenses
$1,680
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$78,900
Average net price
$29,980
Average aid coverage
62%
$48,920 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Macalester College pays approximately $29,980 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Minnesota average of $17,382 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Macalester College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Minnesota and national averages.
Macalester College net price
$29,980
Minnesota average
$17,382
National average
$17,506
Macalester College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $64,908 and average net price at $29,980. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$64,908
Current net price
$29,980
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
90.41%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$63,878
Undergraduates
2,131
10-Year Median Earnings - Macalester College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Macalester College graduates earn about 1.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Macalester College?
Undergraduates
2,131
Completion rate
90.41%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
17.33%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
37.47%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 17.33% of Macalester College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 37.47% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Macalester College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Macalester College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Macalester College lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Macalester College is listed at 1600 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105-1899. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Macalester College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macalester College | 28.21% | $64,908 | $29,980 | $63,878 |
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science | 38.71% | $3,257 | Not available | $79,652 |
| Saint Johns University | 90.48% | $53,942 | $27,018 | $76,786 |
| Carleton College | 22.28% | $65,457 | $27,320 | $75,525 |
| University of Minnesota-Rochester | 71.83% | $14,400 | $12,785 | $69,020 |
Similar Schools in Saint Paul
This local cluster focuses on nearby Saint Paul schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Saint Paul.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macalester College's acceptance rate?
Macalester College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 28.21%.
How much is Macalester College tuition?
Macalester College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $64,908.
What is Macalester College's average net price?
Macalester College's average net price in the local dataset is $29,980.
What does Macalester College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $12,877 for Macalester College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Macalester College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $63,878 for Macalester College.
Is Macalester College accredited?
Macalester College's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Macalester College?
The local dataset lists 2,131 undergraduate students at Macalester College.
What percentage of Macalester College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Macalester College in the local dataset is 17.33%.
What is the federal loan rate at Macalester College?
The federal loan rate for Macalester College in the local dataset is 37.47%.
Where should I verify Macalester College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Macalester College or the latest official federal education data.