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Macaulay Honors College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

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Macaulay is a public honors college, but its admissions profile looks much more selective than a typical public option. If you submit scores, aim for about a 1450+ SAT or 33+ ACT to be in the competitive range, then use the rest of your application to show why you fit an honors curriculum.

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Macaulay Honors College facts and stats

Quick Facts

Macaulay Honors College is commonly referred to as Macaulay.

Location

New York, NY

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Key Macaulay Honors College application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

November 17

Early Action

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Early Decision

November 3

Priority Deadline

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Financial aid deadlines

Coming soon

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores to Macaulay, plan to take your first test by the spring of junior year so you can use the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for superscoring-focused retakes. Because Macaulay’s earliest deadline is Early Decision on November 3, the October SAT or ACT is typically the last fall retake that can arrive in time.

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What you'll actually pay

Macaulay is a public college, so your costs may depend on residency and other enrollment factors. Review tuition, scholarships, grants, and FAFSA details to understand your aid options and estimated net cost.

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For students facing out-of-state tuition at a public college, Macaulay Honors College’s published costs should be viewed alongside fees, housing, books, and personal expenses. Actual net price can vary widely based on residency, family finances, and the grants or scholarships a student receives. Families should compare the full cost of attendance with any aid offer to understand what they will actually pay.