Macalester College
Founded 1874
President Suzanne Rivera (President)
Fees USD 64,302
Acceptance Rate Very Selective (<20%)
Campus Setting Urban
Macalester College is a private liberal arts college founded in 1874 in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Consistently ranked among the top 25 liberal arts colleges in the United States, Macalester enrolls 2,200 students and is uniquely distinguished for its international character — students come from 90+ countries, making it one of the most globally diverse liberal arts colleges in the US. Notable alumni include Kofi Annan (former UN Secretary-General) and Walter Mondale (US Vice President).
Programs
- International Studies — One of the most internationally diverse colleges in the US; 90+ countries represented
- Political Science and Economics — Top programs producing global leaders; Kofi Annan connection
- Sciences — Exceptional pre-health and research sciences
- Geography — Top geography department at a liberal arts college
How to Apply
- Application: Common App | Acceptance Rate: ~30% | Tuition: ~$64,302 | Meets 100% of need