McNeese State University - Main Campus

Lake Charles, LA4 years

School Type: Public

Online + Campus

Religious Affiliation: None

Accredited: Yes

Website: www.mcneese.edu/

McNeese boasts a high first-time NCLEX pass rate and extensive hands-on clinical experience, aligning with the growing demand for nurses and offering scholarships based on performance.

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McNeese State University Quick Facts

Admission Rate

68.76% of applicants were admitted in the last academic year, indicating a moderately selective admissions process.

68.76%

Graduation Rate

42.16% of students graduated within the expected timeframe, reflecting strong student engagement and support.

42.16%

In-state Tuition

The average tuition for full-time students is $8,380 per academic year.

$8,380

Out-of-State Tuition

The average tuition for full-time students is $16,418 per academic year.

$16,418

School Size

Our school has a total enrollment of 5,202 students, providing a vibrant and diverse community.

5,202

Average Earnings

Graduates report an average earning of $45,000in their first year after graduation.

$45,000

Admissions Overview

Admission Rate Overall68.76%
ACT Scores Midpoint Math21
SAT Scores Average OverallNot Provided
SAT Scores Midpoint Math555
ACT Scores Midpoint English22
ACT Scores Midpoint WritingNot Provided
SAT Scores Midpoint WritingNot Provided
ACT Scores Midpoint Cumulative22
SAT Scores Midpoint Critical Reading525

McNeese State University Financial Aid & Loans

Student Loans

Federal Loan Rate
32.13%
Loan Principal
$13,000
Students with Any Loan
76.07%

Median Debt

Completers Overall
$23,000
Non-completers
$8250

Median Debt by Income

Income 0 - 30,000
$14,450
Income 30,001 - 75,000
$13,829
Income > 75,000
$11,000

Median Debt by Student Type

Dependent Students
$11,750
Independent Students
$19,000
Pell Grant Recipients
$15,541
No Pell Grant
$9,500

Median Debt by Gender

Female Students
$14,000
Male Students
$11,000

Median Debt by Generation

First Generation Students
$12,858
Non-First Generation Students
$13,500

McNeese State University Student Demographics & Diversity

Student Demographics

A breakdown of student population by race.

Student Size: 5,202+

68.2%
15.5%
5.6%
4.2%
3.9%
1.5%
0.6%
0.4%
0.1%

McNeese State University Graduate Earnings

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Mean Earnings by Bracket

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