Does Macalester Superscore?
Macalester College's SAT and ACT superscore policy and testing requirement for the 2026–27 admissions cycle, at a glance.
SAT superscore
YesYes. Macalester superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
ACT superscore
YesYes. Macalester superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Macalester is test-optional for first-year and transfer admission, with no disadvantage for merit scholarships when scores are omitted. If testing is submitted, the college reviews the best SAT math and reading and writing sections and the highest ACT subsections across dates alongside the highest submitted ACT composite.
Source: Macalester College Admissions (checked August 2, 2026)
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Common questions
Does Macalester superscore the SAT?
Yes. Macalester superscores the SAT, combining your best Reading & Writing and best Math across test dates.
Does Macalester superscore the ACT?
Yes. Macalester superscores the ACT, using your best section scores across test dates.
Does Macalester require the SAT or ACT?
Macalester is test-optional for the 2026–27 admissions cycle. Scores are considered if you submit them. Macalester is test-optional for first-year and transfer admission, with no disadvantage for merit scholarships when scores are omitted. If testing is submitted, the college reviews the best SAT math and reading and writing sections and the highest ACT subsections across dates alongside the highest submitted ACT composite.
Verified against published 2026–27 policies. Testing policies change. Always confirm with Macalester before you apply.
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