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McNeese State University

Also known as: McNeese

📍 Lake Charles, Louisiana🏛️ Urban Setting👥 5,005 Undergrads🔗 www.mcneese.edu

Overview

McNeese State University is an medium public research university in Lake Charles, Louisiana. It enrolls about 5,005 undergraduate students with an acceptance rate of 78%. Graduates earn a median of $46,453 ten years after entry.

Quick Stats

Acceptance Rate

78%

Less Selective

SAT Avg

1,087

490–610

Net Price

$12,493

After avg. aid

Grad Rate (6yr)

47%

Retention

68%

First-year, FT

Median Earnings

$46,453

10 yrs after entry

Admissions

Less Selective

Acceptance Rate

78.3%

SAT Average

1,087

ACT Composite

18–23

Test Policy

Considered but not required

SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)

EBRW (Reading & Writing)

200490 – 610 (mid 50%)800

Math

200450 – 588 (mid 50%)800

ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)

Composite

118 – 23 (mid 50%)36

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition

$8,489

Annual + fees

Out-of-State

$9,989

Annual + fees

Cost of Attendance

$22,810

Total annual

Avg. Net Price

$12,493

After aid

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Avg. Net Price
$0 – $30,000	$10,482
$30,001 – $48,000	$11,067
$48,001 – $75,000	$11,640
$75,001 – $110,000	$16,190
$110,001 +	$18,250

Financial Aid Snapshot

% with federal loans

32.1%

Academics & Programs

McNeese State University offers programs across 20 fields. Top by degrees awarded:

Health Professions

19.7%

Liberal Arts & General Studies

17.1%

Business, Management & Marketing

16.4%

Engineering

6.6%

Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness

6.5%

Psychology

5.7%

Agriculture

4.7%

Biological & Biomedical Sciences

3.7%

Outcomes

6-Year Grad Rate

47%

On-Time (4yr)

25%

Retention (FT)

68%

% Earning >$25K

70%

10 yrs after entry

Median Earnings After Entry

6 years

$38,713

8 years

$41,254

10 years

$46,453

Graduation Rate by Race

Asian

57.9%

White

50.0%

Hispanic

Diversity

Race & Ethnicity

White

60.9%

Black or African American

19.1%

Asian

1.8%

Hispanic / Latino

5.0%

Two or more races

4.3%

International

7.4%

Gender

Women

61.7%

Men

38.3%

Background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is McNeese State University hard to get into?

Less Selective — the acceptance rate is 78%. Admitted students average an SAT of 1087.

How much does McNeese State University cost?

In-state tuition is $8,489, and out-of-state is $9,989. Average net price after financial aid is $12,493.

What is McNeese State University known for?

Most popular programs include Health Professions, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Business, Management & Marketing.

What's the graduation rate at McNeese State University?

The 6-year graduation rate is 47%, and 68% of first-year, full-time students return for their second year.

Data source: U.S. Department of Education.