Overview
Student Population
| Location | Lake Charles, Louisiana |
| Online | mcneese.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, McNeese State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 2,599 prospective students applied, and 1,787 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,020 enrolled in the school. 5,024 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,430 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $5,147 plus fees of $3,233. McNeese is ranked 838 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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McNeese is rated within the lower 35% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for McNeese State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#838 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#341 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Colleges in Louisiana
#7 in Best Public Colleges in Louisiana
#21 in Best Value Colleges in Louisiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 990/1170 |
| ACT | 20/24 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.36 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 15, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $20 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Louisiana Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $3,233 |
| Room and Board | $9,344 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,190 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,214 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $3,233 |
| Room and Board | $9,344 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,190 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,252 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 22% |
| Health Professions | 17% |
| Business | 13% |
| Education | 9% |
| Engineering | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=159717 IPEDS survey data for McNeese State University.
Current students may use the McNeese State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.