Overview

The Chemical Engineering M.Eng. at McNeese State University provides students with a rigorous academic framework designed to enhance their technical proficiency and research capabilities. This programme is structured to accommodate diverse professional goals through specialised concentrations and flexible completion tracks. Students benefit from an environment that prioritises innovation and academic excellence within a respected public institution.

Why Chemical Engineering at McNeese State University?

McNeese State University has established a reputation for excellence over more than 75 years, consistently ranking among the top public universities in the United States. The engineering department provides a supportive environment where graduate students work closely with expert faculty. The programme is designed to meet the needs of the regional industry while maintaining high national standards for engineering education and research.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 1434 per credit
National fee: USD 1434 per credit
Local fee: USD 1434 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum is divided into core engineering principles and advanced electives, with specific requirements based on whether a student chooses the research-focused thesis track or the coursework-intensive non-thesis track. Modules may include:

Mass and Energy Balances
Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
Stagewise Operations
Mass Transfer Operations
Organic Chemistry
Reactions and Theory of Organic Chemistry
Fluid Mechanics
Heat Transfer
Differential Equations

For the thesis option, students must complete 6 credit hours of dedicated research. Non-thesis students are required to pass a Graduate Comprehensive Exam during their final semester to demonstrate their mastery of the subject matter.

Careers with Chemical Engineering

Graduates from this programme are prepared for high-level roles in various industrial and research sectors. The advanced training provided at the university enables professionals to pursue careers in process design, chemical manufacturing, and environmental management. The curriculum ensures that students possess the analytical skills required by top employers in the energy, pharmaceutical, and materials science industries.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Reactions and Theory of Organic Chemistry

Chemistry

Mass Transfer Operations

Stagewise Operations

Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
Mass and Energy Balances

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

30 (Thesis Option) or 36 (Non-thesis Option)

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lake Charles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Pay a nonrefundable $30 application fee after you receive notification that your application has been processed.

Have your transcripts and/or diplomas sent to McNeese directly from all universities or colleges previously attended. The Office of International Programs will calculate your GPA.

If you have attended an institution outside of the U.S., submit an Evaluation of Foreign Credentials directly from the evaluation service to McNeese.

Submit your official TOEFL (Code 6403) or IELTS score to McNeese. If you have attended at least two semesters of another U.S. university or college, this is not required.

Have your GRE or GMAT scores sent to McNeese directly from the testing agency.

Email a copy of your passport to the Office of International Programs: internationaloffice@mcneese.edu.

Submit a signed affidavit and bank letter from your sponsor.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

11448 USD / year

≈ 11448 USD / year
Out-of-State

10448 USD / year

≈ 10448 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9448 USD / year

≈ 9448 USD / year

Living costs

Lake Charles

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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