Good day! Harry Waters Jr. He/him/his. Macalester's curriculum is designed so that every graduate delves deeply into at least one area and also has taken studies in a wide range of topics. Students are passionate about their own major or majors and appreciate the ways that exposure to a wide variety of academic disciplines make them better citizens of the world. Your Macalester journey begins with a first-year course. These small, seminar-style classes, no more than 16 students, are taught by a professor who is also your academic advisor. This professor will help you navigate your first month of college and will introduce you to library resources, as well as other essential tools that you'll use throughout your time at Macalester. You'll get to choose from 39 majors, 40 minors, and 10 concentrations. That's what we call our interdisciplinary minors. Many students choose to double major or at a minor or a concentration. You'll declare your major at the end of your sophomore year. This allows you to focus on your academic passions as well as discover new fields of study. Many students choose to double major or add a minor or concentration. Because a Macalester education is intentionally designed to widen your perspectives and expand your opportunities, there are certain classes that you have to take. Through these requirements. You'll find the diversity of courses you take and the variety of classmates you meet, contribute to your worldview, as well as critical thinking skills. Well, thank you all for your time. If there's any inquiries you have, please get in touch with us and we'll be looking forward to seeing you at Macalester.
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