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McNeese State University vs Southern University at New Orleans

Lake Charles, LA · New Orleans, LA · Source: IPEDS federal database

McNeese State UniversitySouthern University at New Orleans
Acceptance Rate78.3%78.9%
In-State Tuition$8,489$8,054
Out-of-State Tuition$9,989$16,954
Average Net Price$12,430$14,480
Graduation Rate47.0%13.0%
Total Enrollment6,2412,468
Student-Faculty Ratio2013

GradFax Analysis

Both are competitive to get into. McNeese State University accepts 78.3% of applicants; Southern University at New Orleans accepts 78.9%. Tuition is close: $8,489 at McNeese State University, $8,054 at Southern University at New Orleans. McNeese State University graduates 47% of students in 6 years. Southern University at New Orleans graduates 13%.

Bottom Line

Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.

Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

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Common Questions

Which is harder to get into, McNeese State University or Southern University at New Orleans?▼

McNeese State University. It accepts 78.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.

Source: IPEDS

Is McNeese State University or Southern University at New Orleans more affordable?▼

McNeese State University, on average. After aid, students pay $12,430/year versus $14,480/year. Your number depends on your aid package.

Source: IPEDS

Which has a better graduation rate?▼

McNeese State University: 47% of students finish in 6 years. Southern University at New Orleans is at 13%.

Source: IPEDS

Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.