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McNeese State University vs University of Louisiana at Monroe

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

McNeese State University University of Louisiana at Monroe
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 78% 85%
SAT range (mid 50%) 940-1,198 1,160-1,360
ACT range (mid 50%) 18-23 18-24
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $12,493 $13,466
Sticker cost of attendance $22,810 $24,932
Graduation rate 47% 54%
Retention rate 68% 73%
Undergraduates 5,005 5,022
Student-faculty ratio 20:1 18:1
Setting Lake Charles, LA Monroe, LA
Type Public Public

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is McNeese State University or University of Louisiana at Monroe harder to get into?

McNeese State University is more selective, with a 78% acceptance rate versus 85% at University of Louisiana at Monroe. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, McNeese State University or University of Louisiana at Monroe?

McNeese State University has the lower average net price ($12,493 versus $13,466). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.