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MAC Welcomes NACAC

College counselors attending the National Association for College Admissions Counseling (NACAC) 2026 Conference are invited to visit Macalester’s campus, just minutes from the Minneapolis Convention Center. Mac is one of just a few selective liberal arts colleges in a major metro area. For your students looking for the tight-knit community found at a small liberal arts college, but also want the variety, culture, and opportunities associated with a large city, Macalester offers both!

VISIT MACALESTER DURING THE NACAC 2026 CONFERENCE

Special Visit Events for College Counselors
October 5-10, 2026

Looking to get the most from your travels to the Twin Cities? Macalester has multiple options throughout the week to join students and staff on campus.

All bus pickups and drop-offs are at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

Register for a Session

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BREAKFAST SESSIONS Start your day with Macalester’s president, Dr. Suzanne Rivera, for a breakfast and Q&A. Then tour campus with a Macalester student, and return to chat with current students in a panel discussion. Hear why they chose Macalester and what their college experience has entailed.

Monday, October 5 Breakfast Session | Program 8:15 – 11:30 a.m.
Bus pickup at 7:45 a.m.
Bus drop-off at 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 7 Breakfast Session | Program 8:15 – 11:30 a.m.
Bus pickup at 7:45 a.m.
Bus drop-off 12:00 p.m.
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BREAKFAST SESSION + PAISLEY PARK EXCURSION Nothing compares 2 Prince! Offered on Tuesday only, start your day with our breakfast session, enjoy lunch on campus, and then hop on our coach bus to Paisley Park, Prince’s recording studio and home. Space is limited for this event. There is a cost of $50 for the tour (a discounted rate for Mac’s NACAC guests).

Tuesday, October 6 | Program 8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Bus pickup at 7:45 a.m.
Bus drop-off at 4:45 p.m.

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AFTERNOON SESSIONS Join Macalester’s president, Dr. Suzanne Rivera, for light refreshments and a Q&A. Then tour campus with a Macalester student, and return for a relaxing cocktail hour. Connect with students and staff who will share stories about campus life and academics at Mac.

Monday, October 5 Afternoon Session | Program 1:15 – 4:30 p.m.
Bus pickup at 12:45p.m.
Bus drop-off at 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 6 Afternoon Session | Program 1:45 – 5:00 p.m.
Bus pickup at 1:15p.m.
Bus drop-off at 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 7 Afternoon Session | Program 1:15 – 4:30 p.m.
Bus pickup at 12:45 p.m.
Bus drop-off 5:00 p.m.
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SHORT SESSIONS Coming in just for conference dates or have limited time? Join us for light refreshments and a morning info session with Macalester Admissions, followed by a campus tour with a current student.

Thursday, October 8 Short Session | Program 8:45 – 10:30 a.m.
Bus pickup at 8:15 a.m.
Bus drop-off at 11:00 a.m.

Saturday, October 10 Short Session | Program 8:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Bus pickup at 8:00 a.m.
Bus drop-off at 10:45 a.m.
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WANT TO LUNCH ON FRIDAY! We hope you’ll join us on campus, but we are also looking forward to chatting with counselors at the Minnesota Private College Lunch at Orchestra Hall, just 3 blocks from the Convention Center.

Friday, October 9 | Register Here

MORE ABOUT MAC

Want to connect at NACAC? Find Mac at the Minnesota Private Colleges Lunch.

NACAC 2026 CONFERENCE

NACAC Conference 2026 will take place October 8-10 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

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