Known for biology — outstanding completion rates
Macalester College is a private institution in Saint Paul with particular strength in biology and computer science. With an average SAT of 1424, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.1K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
90% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $63,878 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $29,980.
Established
1874
Motto
Natura et Revelatio cœli gemini
Mascot
Coo the Highland Cow
Type
Private liberal arts college
Conference
NCAA Division III Minnesota
Division
Division III
28%Acceptance
1424SAT Avg
2,131Students
10:1Student:Faculty
90%Grad Rate
$63,878Earnings 10yr
$29,980Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate28.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1424
Reading & WritingMid: 715
680750
MathMid: 713
670760
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 31
3033
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$64,908
Room & Board$15,477
Books & Supplies$926
Total Cost of Attendance$78,900
Average Net Price$29,980
Median Debt at Graduation$23,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$244
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,877
$30–48K$11,441
$48–75K$13,050
$75–110K$26,584
$110K+$43,253
Programs (37)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,131
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
13%
Pell Grant Recipients
17%
Race & Ethnicity
White 52%
Black 6%
Hispanic 11%
Asian 9%
Two+ 8%
Int'l 13%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate90.4%
Freshman Retention94.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$46,244
8 Years$57,106
10 Years$63,878
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$54,800
Men
$57,100
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Source: Wikipedia