Macalester College

Macalester College ranks #1,451 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 74.1 out of 100. It ranks #344 nationally.

| Global Rank 1451 | Overall Score 74.1 |
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Top Country #344

Top North America #403

Top World #1,451

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About Macalester College

Known for its strong liberal arts education and commitment to social justice, Macalester fosters a vibrant campus community that encourages student involvement and collaboration. The college's focus on global citizenship and diversity enriches the educational experience, making it a unique place for learning and growth. Macalester's commitment to academic excellence prepares students for successful careers in various fields. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Macalester College Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
74.1
Global Rank
#1,451
Regional Rank
#403
Country Rank
#344
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Macalester College Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Macalester College’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

78 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

80 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

74 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

70 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

76 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

75 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

77.5 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

68 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

67 / 100

Institutional Awards

65 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

66 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

70 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

73 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

69 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

72 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

71 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

68 / 100

Quality of Employment

70 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

62 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

64 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

63 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

60 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

77 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

74 / 100

International Student Support

76 / 100

International Students & Faculty

79 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

75 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

78 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

64 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

61 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

63 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

65 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

66 / 100

Research Output & Scale

67 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

62 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

70 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

75 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

74 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

74 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

74 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

73 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

73 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

71 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

72 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

72 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

75 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

76 / 100

Student Support Services

75 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

62 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

63 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

67 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

66 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

65 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

67 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

64 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

65 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

68 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

66 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

61 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

69 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

67 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

68 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

72 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

70 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

70 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

71 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

74 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

70 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

71 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

72 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

73 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

74 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

73 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

74 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

75 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

75 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

72 / 100

Macalester College Historical Rankings

Explore Macalester College's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Macalester College

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #1568
1981 NA #1576
1982 NA #1586
1983 NA #1591
1984 NA #1597
1985 NA #1602
1986 NA #1533
1987 NA #1533
1988 NA #1536
1989 NA #1533
1990 NA #1535
1991 NA #1533
1992 NA #1533
1993 NA #1612
1994 NA #1533
1995 NA #1533
1996 NA #1533
1997 NA #1536
1998 NA #1533
1999 NA #1533
2000 NA #1671
2001 NA #1626
2002 NA #1603
2003 NA #1599
2004 NA #1612
2005 NA #1621
2006 NA #1617
2007 NA #1612
2008 NA #1581
2009 NA #1576
2010 NA #1599
2011 NA #1567
2012 NA #1574
2013 NA #1594
2014 NA #1621
2015 NA #1542
2016 NA #1457
2017 NA #1478
2018 NA #1478
2019 NA #2432
2020 NA #2418
2021 NA #2740
2022 NA #1763
2023 72 #1374
2024 71.99 #1374
2025 71.25 #1477
2026 71.25 #1477
2027 74.1 #1451

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