by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fee figures for McNeese State University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at McNeese State University stood at $8,489 per year. For out-of-state students the comparable figure was $9,989. In-state residents pay notably less as a result.
The fees portion of those totals amounted to $3,342 in-state and $3,342 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,147 | $6,647 |
| Fees | $3,342 | $3,342 |
| Total | $8,489 | $9,989 |
The figures above are for a single year of attendance and leave out room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much will McNeese State University cost per credit hour part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For perspective, here is how McNeese State University tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In LA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Average |
Relative to the national field, McNeese State University sits below the national average.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Review the McNeese State University Financial Aid page for specifics.
Tuition at McNeese State University has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $5,147 | $13,185 |
| Two Years Ago | $5,147 | $6,647 |
| One Year Ago | $5,147 | $6,647 |
| Most Recent Year | $5,147 | $6,647 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at McNeese has tracked over the reported years.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for the full rundown.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For more on the aid available at McNeese State University, see the McNeese State University Financial Aid page.