McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA
Overview
McNeese State University is a public institution located in Lake Charles, LA. It has a total enrollment of 6,241 students.
5,668
Undergrads573
Grad Students78.3%
Acceptance49.0%
Grad RatePhotos

Academics
20.0 : 1
Student-Faculty Ratio68.0%
Retention Rate (Full-Time)49.0%
6-Year Graduation Rate30.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate5,668
Undergraduate Enrollment573
Graduate EnrollmentAdmissions
78.3%
Acceptance Rate3.30
Average GPATest Required
Test Policy$20
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School range: 940–1198
School range: 18–23
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Financial Aid & Costs
$17,597
Tuition + Room & Board + Books (before financial aid)Cost Breakdown
Tuition (In-State)
$5,147
Room & Board
$11,150
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Out-of-State Tuition
$7,203
Financial Aid
88%
Receiving Aid48%
Pell Grant Recipients$9,649
Avg Grant (recipients)$5,536
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Campus Life
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Yes
Housing Capacity
1,037 beds
Housing Guarantee
Data not available
Dining
Meal Plan Available
No
Meal Plan Type
Data not available
Athletics
Quick Facts
Type
Public
Undergraduate Enrollment
5,668
Acceptance Rate
78%
Graduation Rate
49%
In-State Cost
$16,297
Out-of-State Cost
$18,353
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Lake Charles, LA 70605
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