Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — excellent value
McNeese State University is a public institution in Lake Charles with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1080, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 4.8K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
52% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,453 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $11,257.
Campus Visits
News & Alerts
McNeese State University Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1080
ACT Score Range
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$11,257
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
69.1%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$13,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
36
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Programs (66)
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
10-Year Earnings by Gender
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Varsity Sports — Cowboys
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average