Your Chances of Getting Into Macalester College
Based on publicly available admissions data
Acceptance rate 20-40%. Target or reach depending on your profile.
Admissions Statistics
Is Macalester College a Reach, Target, or Safety?
With a 28.2% acceptance rate, Macalester College is typically a reach or target school. Strong academics give you a competitive chance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are my chances of getting into Macalester College?
Macalester College accepts 28.2% of applicants. Your individual chances depend on your complete profile: GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. Use this data as a benchmark, not a guarantee.
What GPA do I need for Macalester College?
Macalester College looks for academically strong students. Review recent CDS data on the school's website for GPA breakdowns of admitted students.
What SAT score do I need for Macalester College?
The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 1350 and 1510 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1510 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 30-33.