Undergraduate

Transfer Students

Whether you've previously attended a community college or another university, have numerous credits or just a few classes under your belt, McNeese has everything you need to achieve your personal and professional goals. Transferring to a new university can seem daunting, but the information and resources you'll find here will help make your transition to McNeese a smooth one.

Transfer Evaluation System

The Transfer Evaluation System (TES) can help students determine how their coursework from other institutions may transfer to McNeese. Check transfer requirements before you begin.

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Application Steps

Submit official college transcripts from all institutions attended directly to McNeese.
If you have earned fewer than 60 college-level academic hours, submit your high school or home-school transcripts directly to McNeese.
If you have earned fewer than 18 college-level academic hours, submit your official ACT or SAT scores directly to McNeese from the testing agency. McNeese's ACT school code is 1594 and SAT school code is 6403.

After You Apply

After you receive notification your application has been processed, pay a nonrefundable $20 application fee.
Submit Proof of Immunization Compliance Form
(Males ages 18-25) Submit proof of selective service registration.
(Optional) Apply for financial aid and scholarships at fafsa.gov. McNeese's FAFSA school code is 002017.
(Optional) Apply for on-campus housing at www.mcneesereslife.com.
(Optional) Purchase a commuter or residence campus dining meal plan at www.dineoncampus.com/mcneese.

International Students

McNeese is happy to welcome over 400 international students representing 40 countries every year. If you are a citizen of another country seeking enrollment at McNeese, follow the checklist below to apply. If you are a DACA immigrant, pending/granted asylum seeker or permanent resident, or if you are an international student that graduated from a U.S. high school, head over to the Freshmen tab for your application steps.

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Application Steps

Pay a nonrefundable $30 application fee after you receive notification that your application has been processed.
Have your ACT or SAT scores sent to McNeese directly from the testing agency. If you can't provide ACT or SAT scores, you can demonstrate readiness for college-level math in one of the ways provided on this chart, or take the Accuplacer remotely.
Have your transcripts or mark sheets sent to McNeese directly from your high school. The Office of International Programs will calculate your GPA.
Submit your official TOEFL or IELTS score 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.
Submit a copy of your passport
Submit a signed affidavit and bank letter from your sponsor.

After You Apply:

(Optional) Apply for on-campus housing at www.mcneesereslife.com.
(Optional) Purchase a commuter or residence campus dining meal plan at www.dineoncampus.com/mcneese.

Returning Students

Sometimes life gets in the way of your college career, but we're always happy to see you back. If you've previously attended McNeese as a regular student and want to re-enroll, the checklist below can help you with the process.

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Application Steps

Submit transcripts from all institutions attended since you last attended McNeese.

After You Apply

After you receive notification your application has been processed, pay a nonrefundable $20 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 www.mcneesereslife.com.
(Optional) Purchase a commuter or residence campus dining meal plan at www.dineoncampus.com/mcneese.