The Next Class of Cowboys
Considered one of the best universities in the region and in the South, McNeese has been providing generations of students with rich college experiences and valuable degrees for nearly a century. As a part of our Cowboy Family, you will be joining a long tradition of pioneering thinkers, groundbreaking artists and capable innovators.
At McNeese, we are dedicated to providing you with a holistic college experience that will prepare you to make a life, make a living and make a difference for you, your family and your community.
Admission Deadlines
Fall Application
August 14
Spring Application
December 1
Summer Application
May 15
Admission Events
No Upcoming Event
To Be Announced
To Be Announced
Which Type of Student Are You?
Beginning Freshman
I’m a high school senior or first-time-in-college student.
Transfer
I have college credit and have not previously attended McNeese.
Online
I want to earn a degree or certificate taking online-only classes.
Graduate
I’m seeking a master’s degree, doctorate, or graduate-level certificate.
Returning
I previously attended McNeese and would like to return.
*(Does not apply for dual enrollment)
International
I’m a non-U.S. citizen seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree.
Not Sure Where You Fit?
View all of our application types or meet with one of our recruiters.
Find the degree
you want
Our university offers over 70 different academic tracts, from Animal Science to Technical Writing, and many of our degree programs are offered 100% online. But remember – you don’t have to declare a major until your sophomore year, so you have plenty of time to figure out what you want to do while you’re here.
Financial Aid Snapshot
35%
of McNeese students utilize other resources like scholarships, grants and TOPs to pay for college.
27%
higher annual earnings with a 4-year degree compared to a 2 year degree in Southwest Louisiana
Meet Our Recruiters
Why McNeese?
1:21
Average instructor / student ratio means a far more personalized education.
81%
of McNeese graduates who applied to law school were admitted.
70%
of McNeese graduates who applied to medical school were admitted.
About McNeese Online
Bachelor's Degree Programs
Post-Bacc Certificate Programs
Master's degree Programs
Graduate Certificate Programs
Post-Master's Program
Welcome Back!
11
Consecutive years that McNeese has been named one of the Best Regional Universities in the South
U.S. News and World Report
New
Student union project will kick start phase 1 of major campus development plans over the next 10-20 years.
View Campus Master Plans
Top 25
Among public and private schools in the nation for salary potential for engineering majors.
2020-2021 College Salary Report by PayScale.com
Graduate Programs
McNeese State University is a great place to continue your education and advance your career. Explore our graduate programs and certificates and get started on the next step of your professional development.