B+
Very Good
Score: 72/100

Macalester College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Saint Paul, Minnesota 55105
🌐 www.macalester.edu/
Outcomes
A+
94/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
B+
78/100
Experience
A+
94/100
Prestige
B+
75/100

Quick Stats

2,142
Total Enrollment
90%
Graduation Rate
95%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
28%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Macalester College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $482,108
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,341/mo — vs ~$877/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 55101 (6.6% cap, Saint Paul)

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🏆 Where Macalester College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#7
Geography and Environmental Studies
of 16 schools
#19
International/Globalization Studies
of 55 schools
#26
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other
of 88 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $64,678 $64,678
Room $7,894
Board $7,088
Total Cost (On-Campus) $82,991 $82,991

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
15%
Receive Pell Grants
42%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,142
Total Students
58%
Women
99%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 11%
Black 6%
Asian 9%
Two or More 8%
Non-Resident 14%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Macalester College?
Macalester College has an acceptance rate of 28%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Macalester College?
Tuition at Macalester College is $64,678 for in-state students and $64,678 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Macalester College?
The graduation rate at Macalester College is 90%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Macalester College a good school?
Macalester College has a Repit College Score of 72/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Macalester College?
Macalester College has a total enrollment of 2,142 students. Most students (99%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology