Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002017
- Phone: (504) 865-2011
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
80.74%FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
20:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
52FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,271Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
McNeese State University (McNeese)
6363 Saint Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA
McNeese State University, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Lake Charles, LA, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at McNeese exceeds eight thousand yearly.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs McNeese State University offers:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Engineering
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Security And Protective Services
The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The most common scores among students accepted to McNeese State University are between 20 - 24 on the ACT, or 910 - 1120 for the SAT exam. 69% of those students that apply are accepted to McNeese, of which 70 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at mcneese.edu.
Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $4,800 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $15,000 for the year. Housing is available for students, which costs around $3,700 annually. McNeese may provide financial aid for students who qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The McNeese Cowboys participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Track & Field
- Football
- Golf
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates McNeese State University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at McNeese State University is about 7,600. The enrollment breakdown by academic level is 18% enrolling as graduate students and 92% as undergraduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $10,000. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $20 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $5,100-$6,200
- Out-of-State: $13,000-$15,820
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $340-$410 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $680-$810 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 87% | $8,421 |
Receiving Student Loans | 35% | $4,954 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, McNeese State University may offer services to students including:- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Radiology Technician Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
McNeese State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southland Conference)
- Basketball (Southland Conference)
- Track and Field (Southland Conference)
- Football (Southland Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by McNeese State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agriculture (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, C, M)
- Accounting (B)
- Finance (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B, C, M)
- Early Childhood Education (B, C)
- Secondary Education (B, C, M)
- Physical Education (B)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (C, M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (M)
- Middle School Teacher (C)
- Special Education (C)
Engineering
- Engineering (B, M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (M)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse (C)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Nutrition (B)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A, B)
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B, M)
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B, M)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to McNeese State University.
- Lamar University in Kilgore, TX (56 miles away)
- University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Shreveport, LA (71 miles away)
- Louisiana State University - Alexandria in New Orleans, LA (84 miles away)
- Northwestern State University of Louisiana in Minden, LA (109 miles away)
- University of Houston - Clear Lake in Houston, TX (121 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Visit the main Louisiana colleges & universities profile page
- Get a list of all state universities in Louisiana
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002017
- Phone: (504) 865-2011
- School Homepage