We will continue to follow government and public health guidance as we make decisions about programs for the fall semester, including orientation activities. You can find out more about Macalester’s COVID-19 response on Macalester’s dedicated COVID-19 site.
Welcome to Mac!
See our Pre-Departure Checklist for everything you need to do before you leave home, as well as other important information/resources (visa applications, phones, winter clothes, etc).
Handbook
Please read the International Student Handbook!
If you have questions relating to admissions, please refer to International Student Admissions
Other useful links:
Pre-Orientation For International Students (PO4IS)
All Student Orientation Mentor Program
FOMIS Friendship Family Program *PROGRAM IS SUSPENDED AT THIS TIME*
SEVIS Transfer Form – Fill out if you have attended school in the US prior to coming to Macalester.