McNeese Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 78.27%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1050. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $8,489
- Out-of-State Tuition: $9,989
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at McNeese:
- Total Enrollment: 6,241, including 1,117 online students
- 5,668 Undergraduate, 573 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 37.5% men, 62.5% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 47%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 29%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 68%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 67 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 28 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 18 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
McNeese Overview
McNeese State University (McNeese) is a four-year, public school located in Lake Charles, LA. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The McNeese's tuition & fees is $8,489 for Louisiana residents and $9,989 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 81% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,418.
The school has a total enrollment of 6,241 and the students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
McNeese's acceptance rate is 78.27% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 38.18%. The median SAT score is 1050 and the ACT score is 21.
McNeese ranked 17th in Louisiana Colleges rankings. McNeese State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of McNeese State University is $8,489 for in-state students and $9,989 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $8,502 for in-state students and $10,002 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,518 for Louisiana residents and $10,018 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,507 for Louisiana residents and $10,007 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,489 | $9,989 |
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| Graduate | $8,502 | $10,002 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,518 | $10,018 |
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| Graduate | $8,507 | $10,007 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
McNeese State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at McNeese
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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