Undergraduate Programs

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With McNeese's special bachelor's degree search, you can search based on the title of a specific major you're already interested in, or based on an area of interest or a job title. Give it a try! We know you'll find an academic program that interests you.

Still not sure? Here's a few steps to help you choose a college major that's right for you.

Accounting

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

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McNeese's Bachelor of Science in accounting offers courses throughout the fall, spring and summer semesters, meaning accounting majors can pursue an accelerated pathway and earn their degrees faster.

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Agricultural Sciences

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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With access to three working farms, the CAMPP meat processing and production facility, and a commercial kitchen, students in the agricultural science program at McNeese receive a true farm-to-table agricultural experience.

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Art

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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With no prerequisites for introductory courses, explore different styles of visual art and media at McNeese and discover which method of creative expression is right for you.

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Biological Science

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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McNeese's biological sciences bachelor's degree program combines in-depth, interactive and experiential learning and offers concentrations in pre-dentistry, pre-medicine, pre-pharmacy, molecular biology and biology education.

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Biology Education Grades 6-12

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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As a biology education major at McNeese, you’ll graduate ready to step into your profession with initial teacher certification.

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Business Administration

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

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With internship opportunities in a variety of industries available, McNeese business administration majors graduate career-ready with practical skills and professional connections.

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Chemical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering (B.S.Ch.E.)

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The engineering program at McNeese State University is ranked among the best in the nation for career return on investment.

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Chemistry

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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The Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry at McNeese State University is approved by the American Chemical Society, and offers a broad-based and rigorous chemistry education that prepares graduates for technical employment.

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Computer Science

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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An advisory board comprised of some of the best names in local industry, including Amerisafe, AOP, Katana Software, Kinetic IT and The Response Group, help keep McNeese’s accredited degree program for computer science up-to-date on the latest knowledge, techniques and developments in the field.

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Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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Offered both on campus and 100% online, the Bachelor of Science in criminal justice at McNeese is a convenient and flexible degree option with a curriculum that is well rounded and multidisciplinary.

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Criminal Justice

Dual Degree (Baccalaureate + Master's)

Early Childhood Education Grades PK-3

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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Education Grades K-12

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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McNeese State University is one of the best values in Louisiana and Southeast Texas for engineering degrees. The ABET-accredited engineering program, ranked #1 in the nation for career return on investment, offers four concentration options, including a concentration in electrical engineering.

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Elementary Education Grades 1-5

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, McNeese's elementary education degree program features diverse hands-on learning opportunities and experiences, as well as initial teacher certification.

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Engineering

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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McNeese State University’s engineering degree programs rank third among all public and private institutions in the nation with the greatest lifetime return on investment for engineering majors. Choose from one of five areas of study in engineering to start your career.

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English

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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With an emphasis on critical thinking, research and communication skills, a bachelor's degree in English from McNeese prepares students for careers in a variety of fields, including education, administration, public service and law.

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Family Science

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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As a family science major at McNeese, you'll have the opportunity to earn recognition as a Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) by the National Council on Family Relations. Only a limited number of universities in the nation offer this program.

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Finance

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

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The finance degree program at McNeese makes it easy to earn a dual degree in accounting in the same amount of time it takes to complete one program.

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Food Technology

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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In McNeese's food technology concentration, students fuse creativity with science to conceptualize and prepare their own food creations. In the past, students have made novel yogurt flavors, unconventional fruit beverages, experimental meat jerkies and more.

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General Studies

Bachelor of General Studies (B.G.S.)

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Become a general studies major at McNeese and enjoy the freedom and flexibility to tailor your class schedule to explore your interests while also acquiring the knowledge and experience to pursue a variety of careers in a range of industries.

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Health and Physical Education

Bachelor of Science

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Health and Physical Education Grades K-12

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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Health Systems Management

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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Featuring valuable internship placements in a variety of health care settings, McNeese's health systems management degree program gives students the hands-on experience they need to thrive as healthcare management and administrative professionals in the healthcare field.

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History

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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As a history major at McNeese, you'll develop skills that employers value in a variety of fields, including research, writing, information synthesis and cultural literacy.

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Humanities

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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With six concentrations to choose from, a degree in humanities from McNeese will prepare you to pursue a career in a wide range of fields after graduation.

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Kinesiology

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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A bachelor’s degree in kinesiology prepares you for professional school and courses are designed to equip you with the knowledge you need to complete certification exams in your profession.

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Liquefied Natural Gas Business

Undergraduate Certificate (U.C.)

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The target audience will be students who wish to increase their knowledge about the business side of the Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) industry. The program need was determined through Southwest Louisiana’s position in the American LNG industry and as noted, companies in Southwest Louisiana export one third of all LNG in the world. Students will have experiential learning with local LNG site visits, access to industry executive speakers, and industry-related internships. The program is a collaboration between the College of Business and the Department of Engineering and Computer Science.

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Management

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

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Available 100% online, McNeese's bachelor's degree in management prepares you with the knowledge, training and hands-on experience to start your journey from the classroom to a corner office.

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Marketing

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

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With an emphasis on hands-on learning through client-focused research projects, the bachelor's degree in marketing at McNeese prepares students for careers as future marketing and advertising executives.

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Mass Communication

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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With a curriculum that incorporates client-based projects and internship opportunities, the mass communication bachelor's degree program at McNeese gives students the hands-on experience needed to succeed in print, television, radio, digital and other media channels.

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Math Education Grades 6–12

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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As a math education major at McNeese, you’ll be ready to step into your profession as soon as you graduate with initial teacher certification.

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Mathematical Sciences

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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Graduates of the mathematical sciences bachelor's degree program are exceptionally prepared to pursue graduate degrees. Our graduates have gone on to pursue doctorate study at universities including Louisiana State University, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Texas A&M, Baylor University, Oregon State University, Auburn University and more.

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Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.)

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Ranked among the top in the nation for career return on investment, the mechanical engineering degree program at McNeese State University is the first choice for undergraduate students in Louisiana, Southeast Texas and across the country.

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Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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Medical Laboratory Scientists collaborate with healthcare providers in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.

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Middle School Education Grades 4-8 [Mathematics]

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Middle School Education Grades 4-8 [Science]

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Multiple Levels Grades K-12 [Art]

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Multiple Levels Grades K-12 [Music-Instrumental]

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Multiple Levels Grades K-12 [Music-Vocal]

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Music

Bachelor of Music (B.M.)

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Start your path to a rewarding career in music through the accredited bachelor’s degree from McNeese State University. You’ll have opportunities to improve your technique and style and gain professional experience through performances on campus and throughout the region.

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Music Education

Bachelor of Music (B.M.)

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McNeese State University boasts one of the best music education programs in Louisiana. With a degree in music and initial teacher certification, you’ll be highly competitive in the job market upon graduation.

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Natural Resource Conservation Management

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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100% of students experience conservation in the real world with the natural resource conservation management's internship program. During your junior year, you'll have the chance to study in a wide variety of settings throughout Louisiana, the U.S. or even abroad.

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Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)

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Accredited by CCNE, McNeese's bachelor's degree in nursing program boasts a 98% first time passage rate for students taking the NCLEX nurse licensing exam.

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Nursing LPN to BSN

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)

Nursing RN to BSN

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)

Nutrition and Dietetics

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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The Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural sciences, with a concentration in nutrition and dietetics, provides a well-rounded education with hands-on experience that will give you the knowledge and training you need to pursue a career as a dietitian.

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Political Science

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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Ranked in the top ten programs in Louisiana by College Factual, McNeese's politcal science program incorporates a number of core classes intended to prepare students for law school. As of 2019, 84% of McNeese students who applied to law school were accepted.

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Pre-Physical Therapy

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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At McNeese, kinesiology majors in pre-professional program concentrations, such as pre-physical therapy, boast a 90% acceptance rate into professional schools.

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Psychology

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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McNeese’s undergraduate degree in psychology was recently ranked in SR Education’s list of Best Online Colleges and Most Affordable Online Colleges based on the program’s annual tuition, accreditation and PayScale salary data.

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Radiologic Sciences

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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As one of only four programs in Louisiana that award bachelor’s degrees for radiologic sciences — and one of only 50 accredited radiologic sciences bachelor’s degrees in the country — McNeese's radiologic sciences degree program boasts a 98% first-time pass rate on the ARRT national certification exam.

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Radiologic Sciences RT to BS

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

School Librarian

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

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Secondary Education Grades 6-12 [Agriculture]

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Secondary Education Grades 6-12 [Biology]

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Secondary Education Grades 6-12 [Business]

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Secondary Education Grades 6-12 [Chemistry]

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Secondary Education Grades 6-12 [English]

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Secondary Education Grades 6-12 [Environmental Science]

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Secondary Education Grades 6-12 [General Science]

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Secondary Education Grades 6-12 [Mathematics]

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Secondary Education Grades 6-12 [Social Studies]

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Sociology

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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Pursue your bachelor's degree in sociology online or in person at McNeese and you'll develop the critical thinking, data analysis and other valuable interdisciplinary skills needed to understand social structures, cultures and societal conflicts.

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Special Education Mild/Moderate for Elementary Education Grades 1-5

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Sports Medicine

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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Kinesiology majors in McNeese’s pre-professional program concentrations, such as sports medicine, boast a 90% acceptance rate into professional schools.

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Theatre Arts

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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Become a multiskilled, well-rounded theatre artist with McNeese's bachelor's degree in humanities with a concentration in theatre arts. In this program, you'll learn everything from the art of performing on stage to operating theater technology to stage management.

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