In accordance with Louisiana R.S. 17:3151, postsecondary institutions must require proof of registration with the Selective Service from persons required to register for the federal draft under the federal Military Selective Service Act prior to enrollment.
McNeese State University requires male students aged 18-25 who are US citizens or permanent residents to provide proof of registration with the Selective Service prior to enrollment. In accordance with Louisiana law, the University provides for two exceptions:
The Office of the Registrar and Admissions is responsible for ensuring compliance with this requirement and archiving proof of registration with Selective Service documentation.
While acceptance to the University may be granted prior to receipt of proof of registration with the Selective Service, registration into classes is prohibited until such proof is received. If a student is not yet 18 years of age, registration will be allowed at that time, but a registration hold will be placed on the student’s record for future terms until proof of registration with the Selective Service has been received.
This policy is distributed via the Academic Catalog, the University Policies webpage, and admissions/recruiting materials.