McNeese State University

McNeese State University is a four-years, public school located in Lake Charles, LA. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission stats at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The McNeese's 2024 tuition & fees is $8,460 for Louisiana residents and $9,960 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 72% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,886.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 6,230 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).

McNeese ranked 17^th in Louisiana Colleges rankings. McNeese State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of McNeese State University is $8,460 for in-state students and $9,960 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $8,497 for in-state students and $9,997 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,480 for Louisiana residents and $9,451 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,536 for Louisiana residents and $10,036 for out-of-state students.

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2023-24 Tuition & Fees

	In-State	Out-of-State
Undergraduate	$8,460	$9,960
Graduate	$8,497	$9,997

Data source: IPEDS (integrated Postsecondary Education Dta System)

Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)

2024-25 Estimation

	In-State	Out-of-State
Undergraduate	$8,480	$9,451
Graduate	$8,536	$10,036

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at McNeese State University is 67.55% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 47.78%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 980.

The average graduation rate is 46%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 6,230 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.

2024 McNeese Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »	67.55% Acceptance Rate / 47.78% Yield
Test Scores »	980 SAT / 21 ACT
Graduation Rate »	46%
Transfer-out Rate	26%
Retention Rate	69%(full-time), 52% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	5.26% (19 to 1)
Student Population »	6,230 (5,696 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »	$8,886

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

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McNeese Offered Programs
Graduate Programs
Online Programs
Vocational Programs

On-Campus Students Services

McNeese State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.

Special Learning Opportunities at McNeese
Learning Opportunities
ROTC	No
Weekend/Evening College	Yes
Teacher Certification	Yes
Study Abroad	Yes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	Yes
On-campus day care for students' children	No