Affordable Tier One Education
For eight consecutive years, McNeese has received national recognition as one of the best regional universities and one of the top public universities by U.S. News and World Report. We are also consistently ranked in Tier One in the Best Regional Universities-South category.
Future Students
We’re excited that you’re considering furthering your education at McNeese State University!
Experience McNeese
With over 100 student organizations on campus, everyone can find a way to explore their passions outside of the classroom.
Innovative Programs
Our programs are nationally ranked, fully accredited, and feature some of the top educators in the nation.
Academic Excellence
McNeese State University seeks to strengthen the value of student academic achievement by fostering a learning environment which is based on honesty, respect, fairness, responsibility, and excellence.
McNeese Foundation Receives AT&T Donation for STEM Scholarships
AT&T recently donated $10,000 to the McNeese State University Foundation for scholarships to students majoring in science, technology, engineering or math. The university continues to serve as an economic and workforce development partner for Southwest Louisiana employers who are seeking well-prepared employees in STEM-related jobs to meet the demands of the billions of dollars in…
McNeese Graduate Playing Trumpet for Touring Broadway Production
McNeese State University music performance major Victor Medina was not among his 562 classmates who donned their blue and gold caps and gowns for this Saturday’s 2018 fall commencement in Burton Coliseum. Medina, who is graduating in absentia, has gotten a jump-start on his career as a professional musician. He was tapped in mid-November to…
Named One of the Best Regional Universities in the South
For Eight Consecutive Years
-U.S. News & World Report
Ranked 1st in Nation
College of Engineering and Computer Science in Return on Investment
-PayScale, Inc - 2018
Ranked 3rd in Louisiana
Among public and private schools for best average starting salary for graduates
-SmartAsset