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People walk in front of Old Main, a brick building with a large stone entrance, on a winter evening. Lights shine in the building's doors and windows.
Four students chat while they wait at a Light Rail stop in front of the Minnesota State Capitol.
Students reach for a giant blue and orange ball in a game of push ball on the Great Lawn.
Two students wearing lab coats work in a psychology lab with their professor.
Two students holding paintbrushes talk with their professor.
Four Macalester students walk past Allianz Field in St. Paul
People walk in front of Old Main, a brick building with a large stone entrance, on a winter evening. Lights shine in the building's doors and windows.
Four students chat while they wait at a Light Rail stop in front of the Minnesota State Capitol.
Students reach for a giant blue and orange ball in a game of push ball on the Great Lawn.
Two students wearing lab coats work in a psychology lab with their professor.
Two students holding paintbrushes talk with their professor.
Four Macalester students walk past Allianz Field in St. Paul

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Mac Ranks High in Sustainability

Macalester College is a top performer in the 2024 Sustainable Campus Index, receiving a Gold rating and the #2 ranking among Baccalaureate Institutions.

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November Maccolades

Immigrant stories on stage, student awards, and food security solutions are some of the accomplishments by Scots in November.

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An education that extends beyond campus

Students of the world

Our mission focuses on creating a culture of diversity and justice in an interconnected world. We explore cultural narratives and beliefs, build an inclusive community, and create spaces where everyone can grow. Coursework connects ideas across cultures and continents, preparing students to articulate ideas on a global scale.

Community of collaborators

With a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio, Macalester professors and students dig into real-world issues to create dialogues that stem from curiosity and lead to deeper understanding.

Agents of change

Students bring a passion for effecting change and Macalester nurtures that passion. Because even small acts of advocacy can create big opportunities for creating positive change.