Is McNeese State University worth it?
McNeese State University is a public, four-year institution in Lake Charles, Louisiana (small city). It awarded 1,240 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, general studies and business administration and management.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$43,129
Median earnings 4 years after
$53,563
Median earnings 10 years after
$46,453
Average net price
$12,493
Completion rate
47%
Completions (2024)
1,240
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
5,005
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $35,282 | $45,669 | 145 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $77,239 | $85,928 | 119 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $44,262 | $60,532 | 105 |
| Engineering, General | Bachelor's | $75,566 | $107,319 | 83 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $44,225 | $48,195 | 63 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $112,712 | $120,313 | 59 |
| Agriculture, General | Bachelor's | $37,887 | $43,901 | 52 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $37,650 | $45,658 | 43 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $27,193 | $51,257 | 43 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $26,414 | $37,416 | 36 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $46,774 | $67,331 | 34 |
| Sociology | Bachelor's | $30,183 | $47,592 | 30 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $34,178 | $46,223 | 28 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $31,226 | $34,891 | 27 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $49,216 | $62,705 | 27 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 149 |
| General Studies | Bachelor's | 121 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 84 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 68 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 60 |
| Agriculture, General | Bachelor's | 49 |
| General Studies | Associate | 49 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Master's | 41 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 39 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 39 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 26% | 5,170 |
| Educational Services | 24% | 4,715 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 9% | 1,748 |
| Retail Trade | 6% | 1,292 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 1,210 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 1,037 |
| Public Administration | 4% | 833 |
| Construction | 4% | 712 |
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Sources: federal figures for McNeese State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Louisiana. Counts under 10 are not published.
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