Macalester College
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: ~28%
Average High School GPA: Not publicly specified
Standardized Test Policy: Test‑Optional
SAT Range: 1350–1510
ACT Range: 30–33
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: ~2,142
Public or Private: Private liberal arts college
Religious Affiliation: Nonsectarian
Political Leaning: Liberal-leaning liberal arts
Tuition & Fees (2024‑25): ~$67,874
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Saint Paul, Minnesota
Setting: Urban campus, access to Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro
U.S. Region: Midwest
Climate: Four seasons—cold winters, warm summers
Nearest Airport: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), ~20 min away
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Social Media
Instagram: @macalestercollege
Swim Team Instagram: macalesterswimdive
Twitter: @Macalester
Facebook: Macalester College
LinkedIn: Macalester College
YouTube: Macalester College
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University Athletics
NCAA Division III
Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC)
Nickname: Scots
Mascot: Scotty the Scotsman
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Leonard Center Athletic and Wellness Complex
Head Coach: Kyllian Griffin
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #61
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #4 in Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #48
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #2 in Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
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Forbes Top Colleges
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A
Academics: A+
Diversity: A
Athletics: C+
Professors: A
Dorms: B
Student Life: A-
Value: B
Campus: B-
Party Scene: B
Location: A
Campus Food: C+
Safety: A-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #175 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: NR

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