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McNeese State University
Lake Charles,
LA
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate63%
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About Mcneese State University
McNeese State University is a public, state university in the suburb of Lake Charles, Louisiana. Mcneese State University was founded in 1939. The college enrolls around 7,287 students per year, including 6,691 undergraduate students.
2021 Acceptance Rate for McNeese State University
Around 63% of applicants get into Mcneese State University each year. In 2021, 2,213 out of 3,496 total applicants were accepted.
| McNeese State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 63% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 11% |
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McNeese State University is located in the town of Lake Charles, Louisiana,.
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College Info
Mcneese State University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Mcneese State University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Mcneese State University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Mcneese State University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
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Mcneese State University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$19,024
In State$27,062
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$5,147
$13,185
Fees
$3,233
$3,233
Housing
$9,344
$9,344
Books
$1,300
$1,300
Student Life
Wondering what life at Mcneese State University is like? There are approximately 7,287 students enrolled at Mcneese State University, including 6,691 undergraduate students and 596 graduate students. 81% percent of students attend school full-time.
81%
Full Time19%
Part TimeData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
7,287
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
63%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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