All McNeese State University majors by area
- Health & Medicine · 6
- Science & Math · 5
- Business & Finance · 4
- Humanities & Languages · 4
- Social Sciences & Public Service · 4
- Engineering · 3
- Arts & Design · 2
- Education · 2
- Communications & Media · 1
- Technology & Computing · 1
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | $77,239 | $85,928 | $26,100 |
| Allied Health (Imaging / Therapy / Tech) | $57,964 | $59,777 | — |
| Kinesiology / Exercise Science | $27,193 | $51,257 | $19,014 |
| Medical Laboratory Science | — | — | — |
| Nutrition Science | — | — | — |
| Public Health | — | — | $29,750 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | $37,887 | $43,901 | $19,500 |
| Biology | $28,276 | — | $20,869 |
| Chemistry | — | — | — |
| Mathematics | — | — | — |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | $46,774 | $67,331 | $20,500 |
| Finance | $49,216 | $62,705 | $27,860 |
| Business Administration | $44,262 | $60,532 | $25,466 |
| Marketing | — | $44,589 | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts / General Studies | $35,282 | $45,669 | $27,000 |
| English | — | $43,828 | — |
| History | — | — | — |
| Linguistics | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | $75,566 | $107,319 | $27,249 |
| Chemical Engineering | — | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Art | $31,226 | $34,891 | $23,615 |
| Music | $36,305 | — | $23,250 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education (Elementary / Secondary) | $44,225 | $48,195 | $22,500 |
| Education (Subject Teaching) | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communications | $25,131 | $47,166 | $22,625 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | — | $64,834 | — |
College Scorecard field of study, latest release: median earnings of graduates who received federal aid, 1 and 4 years after graduating; median federal loan debt. — means too few graduates to report.
From major to career
Business Administration → Management analyst
Median annual wage for all workers in this job. U.S. jobs projected to grow 10.1% from 2025 to 2035. Typical entry education: bachelor's degree.
BLS OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2025-35
Nursing → Registered nurse
Median annual wage for all workers in this job. U.S. jobs projected to grow 5.6% from 2025 to 2035. Typical entry education: bachelor's degree.
BLS OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2025-35
Across all majors, former McNeese State University students earn a median $46,453 ten years after starting college, more than 36% of Louisiana colleges we cover. 47% graduate within six years.
McNeese State University majors questions
How many majors does McNeese State University offer?
McNeese State University offers 32 bachelor's majors across 10 areas; the most majors are in Health & Medicine and Science & Math.
What is the highest-paying major at McNeese State University?
Engineering graduates from McNeese State University earn a median $107,319 four years after graduating, the highest of the 18 majors with reported earnings. Their median debt is $27,249.
Which McNeese State University majors earn the least?
Among majors with reported earnings, Studio Art graduates earn the least: a median $34,891 four years after graduating.
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Sources: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (field of study); Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS, Employment Projections). Back to McNeese State University overview