- Home schooled students: Submit a copy of your home school transcripts and Home School State Approval letter.
- Out-of-state high school students: Have your high school submit your transcript to McNeese, and then your final transcript after you graduate.
Next Steps
- Within 1-3 business days, you will receive an email notification with your acceptance status and information on any additional application steps if necessary, along with your student Banner ID and password. (Your Banner login is NOT the same as your App Stat login.) Through Banner, you will be able to:
- See your admission and financial aid status
- Find contact information for your freshman advisor
- Register for classes
- Pay your tuition and fees (including the $20 non-refundable application fee)
- Submit Proof of Immunization Compliance Form
- Submit proof of selective service registration (males ages 18-25 only)
- Apply for financial aid and scholarships at fafsa.gov. McNeese's FAFSA school code is 002017.
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I already have a bachelor’s degree or I have a master's degree and want to pursue a doctoral degree.I'm A Graduate Student
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Next Steps
- Pay $20 application fee once you receive email notification with your McNeese ID number.
- Submit Proof of Immunization Compliance Form
- If new to McNeese, submit proof of selective service registration (males ages 18 - 25 only).
- Apply for financial aid and scholarships at fafsa.gov. McNeese's FAFSA school code is 002017.
- (Optional) Apply for on-campus housing at McNeese Housing.
- (Optional) Purchase a commuter or residence campus dining meal plan at McNeese Dining.
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I want to earn college credit while in high school.I'm A High School Junior or Senior Seeking to Earn College Credits
McNeese's Dual Enrollment program is a great way for current high school students to get jump start on their college careers. As a dual enrollment student, you can attend McNeese classes on campus for both high school and college credit, and graduate high school with a year or more of college already complete.
Application Requirements
- You are at least 15 years old.
- You are enrolled in the 11th or 12th grade at a Louisiana high school or in a state-approved home school program.
- You are on track to complete TOPS/University Core Curriculum.
- You are in good standing with your high school or home-school program.
- You have permission to participate from the high school and your parent or guardian.
- Additionally, if you've taken the ACT or SAT, you meet the minimum composite, English, and math Scores
- Or, if you haven't taken the ACT or SAT, you meet the minimum scores.
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High School Junior or Senior Applicants
Next Steps
- Submit the course enrollment request form to your high school counselor.
- Have high school or homeschool transcripts sent directly from your high school/homeschool to McNeese.
- Have ACT, SAT and/or PLAN scores sent directly from your high school or the testing agency to McNeese.
- Homeschooled students: Submit copy of your home-school state approved letter to McNeese.
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I just need to take a class or two to transfer back to my home institution.I'm A Non-Degree Seeking Visiting Student
It's important to note that, as a visiting student, your enrollment is limited to the term your application is approved for, and you are not eligible for financial aid since you are not considered degree-pursuing student at McNeese. If you want to transfer to McNeese, you will have to meet the admission requirements and apply as a transfer student.
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Next Steps
- Pay a nonrefundable $20 application fee after you receive notification that your application has been processed.
- Submit Proof of Immunization Compliance Form
- Submit proof of selective service registration (males ages 18 - 25 only).
- Apply for financial aid and scholarships at fafsa.gov. McNeese's FAFSA school code is 002017.
- (Optional) Apply for on-campus housing at McNeese Housing.
- (Optional) Purchase a commuter or residence campus dining meal plan at McNeese Dining.
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I attended McNeese in the past and would like to return. Students seeking Dual Enrollment should use the Dual Enrollment application.I'm A Returning Student
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Next Steps
- Within 1-3 business days, you will receive an email notification with your acceptance status and information on any additional application steps if necessary, along with your student Banner ID and password. (Your Banner login is NOT the same as your App Stat login.) Through Banner, you will be able to:
- See your admission and financial aid status
- Find contact information for your freshman advisor
- Register for classes
- Pay your tuition and fees (including the $20 non-refundable application fee)
- (Optional) Apply for financial aid and scholarships at fafsa.gov. McNeese's FAFSA school code is 002017.
- (Optional) Apply for on-campus housing at McNeese Housing.
- (Optional) Purchase a commuter or residence campus dining meal plan at McNeese Dining.
International Students
I'm An International Student
A final admissions decision cannot be made until the McNeese Office of International Programs has received all required official transcripts, forms, documents and exam scores. After you're approved for admission to McNeese and issued an I-20 form, you will need to file a student visa application.
Other Credits
If you have completed Advanced-Level coursework through the Cambridge International Examination System or International Baccalaureate coursework, your credit could be used at McNeese. All transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. See this table to find out your transfer equivalencies.
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Next Steps
- (Optional) Apply for on-campus housing at McNeese Housing.
- (Optional) Purchase a commuter or residence campus dining meal plan at McNeese Dining.
Applications that are received after the deadline may not be processed in time for admission or scholarship consideration. Be sure to allow at least two months before the application deadline for visa request, issuance and travel.
I'm A International Transfer
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International Transfer Applicants
Students transferring with 18+ credit hours:
Students who show successful completion of college-level English and Mathematics and have earned 18+ semester credit hours are not required to submit High School Transcripts, SAT/ACT scores, or proof of English Proficiency.
- If you have attended only U.S. institutions for undergraduate study, have your official transcripts sent directly to McNeese from all universities or colleges previously attended.
Students transferring with fewer than 18 credit hours:
Students who have taken fewer than 18 credit hours must submit an official High School transcripts and diploma in addition to college/university transcripts. Students must submit SAT, ACT, or Accuplacer scores unless they can show successful completion of college-level English and Mathematics. Students who have successfully completed college-level English will not be required to show proof of English proficiency.
- Have your transcripts and diplomas from all secondary schools attended sent directly to McNeese. The Office of International Programs will calculate your GPA
- If you have attended only U.S. institutions for undergraduate study, have your official transcripts sent directly to McNeese from all universities or colleges previously attended.
- Send official SAT or ACT scores. If you can't provide ACT or SAT scores, you can demonstrate readiness for college-level English and math in one of the ways provided on this chart, or take the Accuplacer remotely. (if required)
- Submit your official TOEFL or IELTS scores to McNeese. If you can't provide TOEFL or IELTS scores, you can demonstrate English proficiency in one of the ways outlined in our admission requirements. (if required)
Please note:
Students who utilize SpanTran or WES for evaluation services are not required to separately submit official transcripts and diplomas to McNeese. Students who utilize other companies will be required to separately submit official transcripts and diplomas. Please see our academic catalog for more details.
Next Steps
- Submit a signed affidavit and bank letter from your sponsor.
- (Optional) Apply for on-campus housing at McNeese Housing.
- (Optional) Purchase a commuter or residence campus dining meal plan at McNeese Dining.
A final admissions decision cannot be made until the McNeese Office of International Programs has received all required official transcripts, forms, documents and exam scores. After you're approved for admission to McNeese and issued an I-20 form, you will need to file a student visa application.
I'm An International Graduate
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International First-Time Graduate Applicants
Please note:
Students who utilize SpanTran or WES for evaluation services are not required to separately submit official transcripts and diplomas to McNeese. Students who utilize other companies will be required to separately submit official transcripts and diplomas. Please see our academic catalog for more details.
Next Steps
- Submit a signed affidavit and bank letter from your sponsor.
- (Optional) Apply for on-campus housing at McNeese Housing.
- (Optional) Purchase a commuter or residence campus dining meal plan at McNeese Dining.
Mail application materials to:
McNeese State University
International Programs
PO BOX 90180
Lake Charles, LA 70609
McNeese State University reserves the exclusive right to determine whether the documentation provided meets the minimum criteria necessary for the admission of international students to the Graduate School.
Once all required documents are received by the Office of International Programs, the records will be carefully evaluated, and an admission decision will be made by the Office of International Programs and the appropriate department head or graduate faculty advisor. If you are accepted, a letter of acceptance and a SEVIS Form I-20 will be issued. (The SEVIS Form I-20 is only issued to those applicants seeking to enroll while in F-1 visa status.) If you are not accepted, a notification will be sent.
I'm An International Graduate Transfer
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International Graduate Transfer Applicants
Please note:
Students who utilize SpanTran or WES for evaluation services are not required to separately submit official transcripts and diplomas to McNeese. Students who utilize other companies will be required to separately submit official transcripts and diplomas. Please see our academic catalog for more details.
Next Steps
- Submit a signed affidavit and bank letter from your sponsor.
- (Optional) Apply for on-campus housing at McNeese Housing.
- (Optional) Purchase a commuter or residence campus dining meal plan at McNeese Dining.
Mail application materials to:
McNeese State University
International Programs
PO BOX 90180
Lake Charles, LA 70609 USA
McNeese State University reserves the exclusive right to determine whether the documentation provided meets the minimum criteria necessary for the admission of international students to the Graduate School.
Once all required documents are received by the Office of International Programs, the records will be carefully evaluated, and an admission decision will be made by the Office of International Programs and the appropriate department head or graduate faculty advisor. If you are accepted, a letter of acceptance and a SEVIS Form I-20 will be issued. (The SEVIS Form I-20 is only issued to those applicants seeking to enroll while in F-1 visa status.) If you are not accepted, a notification will be sent.
