Lake Charles, LA

McNeese State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
McNeese State University is a four-year, public school located in Lake Charles, LA.
It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification.
McNeese State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

78% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 3,902 applied, 3,054 accepted, and 1,166 enrolled in McNeese.
450 men and 716 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,050 SAT, 21 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,050 and ACT score is 21. The SAT score of 1050 is average, 41 to 50 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total94010501198
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing490530610
Math450520588
ACT Score
Composite182123
Math161923
English172124
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $8,489 for Louisiana residents and $9,989 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $8,502 for Louisiana residents and $10,002 for others.
Tuition has increased by 0.29% compared to last year at McNeese State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

4,504 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $8,022.
For freshmen, 912 students (91%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $9,409.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 6,241 students enrolled McNeese in 2025.
By gender, 2,342 men and 3,899 women students are enrolled.
There are 5,668 undergraduate and 573 graduate students.
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67 Major Programs

  • 28 programs through online
  • 18 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of McNeese is 47% and the transfer-out rate is 29%.
The retention rate is 68% for full-time and 68% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
47%
Transfer-out Rate
29%
Retention Rate
68%
Students to Faculty Ratio
20 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 368 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for McNeese and the average faculty salary is $68,389. The studetns to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.
There are 679 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $56,011.
Number of Faculties
368
Average Faculty Salary
$68,389
Number of Staffs
679
Average Staff Salary
$56,011

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Libraries
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Athletics

McNeese State University is a member of Southland Conference.
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