McNeese State University located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public institution of higher learning that has been in operation since 1939. It offers more than 80 programs of studies on its urban campus. McNeese State University holds the distinction of being a member of the University of Louisiana system and the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges. The university offers an academic setting that emphasizes hands-on learning, research opportunities, and student-faculty interaction. The university has a vibrant student life with a wide range of activities, events, and organizations. It is also home to the McNeese Cowboys, who compete in Division I of the NCAA.
- Address: 4205 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 00007-0605
- Phone: (337) 475-5000
- Website: www.mcneese.edu/
- Type: Public, 4-year
- Student Population: 7,284
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 21 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $20
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
| Tuition and Fees | $8,382 | $16,420 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 | $1,300 |
| Room & Board | $9,795 | $9,795 |
| Other | $5,160 | $5,160 |
| Total Cost | $24,637 | $32,675 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 63%
- SAT Range: 1050 – 1240
- ACT Range: 20 – 25
Majors
- General Studies
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Engineering, General
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 81%
- Part-time: 19%
Student Gender
- Male: 38%
- Female: 62%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 1%
- Black or African American: 17%
- Hispanic / Latino: 4%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 68%
- Two or More Races: 4%
- Unknown: 1%
- Non-resident Alien: 5%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 89%
- 25 and Over: 11%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 88%
- Out-of-State: 12%
- Unknown: 0%