About Macalester College. Macalester College in Saint Paul, MN reports an overall acceptance rate of 28.5%, an early-round acceptance rate of 40.0%, an SAT middle 50% of 1360–1490, a class size of 560, and a yield of 22.0% based on the most recent Common Data Set filings. Distinctively international liberal arts college — roughly 15% international students from 90+ countries. Known for civic engagement, strong economics program, and urban Twin Cities location.