McNeese State University, a member of the University of Louisiana System, is an evolving comprehensive university offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs. As a public institution of higher learning, McNeese State University is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and nondiscrimination.

The primary educational mission of McNeese State University is to provide a wide range of baccalaureate and carefully selected graduate curricula, distinguished by academic excellence. Fundamental to this primary function is the faculty commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and creative scholarly activity.

McNeese is oriented both to the liberal arts and to professional programs. Core requirements for all students and degree programs in the humanities, fine arts, social science, natural sciences, and mathematics reflect the University's commitment as does emphasis on education, business, engineering, and nursing programs.

The University seeks to stimulate students to maximum intellectual growth and love of learning, to cultivate the skills necessary for critical thinking and effective expression, to foster understanding of the multicultural world community, and to develop a sense of opportunities, resources, and expertise to achieve academic, persona, and career goals within n atmosphere conducive to their total development.

McNeese has an important responsibility for education, research, and service in Southwest Louisiana. The University is committed to providing learning opportunities; enhancing intellectual, civic, and cultural well-being; influencing economic and technological development; and improving quality of life.