Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001977
- Phone: (606) 783-2000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
82.39%FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
50FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,241Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Murray State University
University Blvd, Morehead, KY
Murray State University is a public college that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Murray, KY, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately nine thousand students enroll at Murray State University annually.
Students may choose from several areas of study, including:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Agriculture Operations
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to Murray State University have an SAT score in a range of 1338 - 1700, or an ACT composite score within the range of 19 - 25. This school has an admissions rate of around 81% of which only 42% chose to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.
The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $7,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $20,000 per year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $4,400. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for MSU is the "Racers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students who would like to see more about MSU may visit their website at http://www.murraystate.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Murray State University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Murray State University is about 9,500, where graduate students make up roughly 14% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $12,300. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $40 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition range estimates:
- In-State: $8,000-$9,600
- Out-of-State: $24,000-$28,310
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $380-$460 per unit
- Out-of-State: $1,000-$1,200 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 97% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 90% | $8,881 |
Receiving Student Loans | 57% | $8,696 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Murray State University may provide services including:- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Murray State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Basketball (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Track and Field (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Football (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Rifle
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Murray State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations (B)
- Communications (M)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
- Information Science (B, M)
- Information Technology (B, M)
Education
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Special Education (B, M)
- Middle School Teacher (B, M)
- Early Childhood Education (B, M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (M)
- ESL (M)
- Secondary Education (M)
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
- Creative Writing (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Veterinary Assistant (B)
- Nursing (B)
- Audiology and Speech Pathology (B, M)
- Athletic Training (B)
History
- History (B, M)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (B)
- Liberal Arts (A, B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Economics (B, M)
- International Relations (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Murray State University.
- The University of Tennessee - Martin in Knoxville, TN (35 miles away)
- Austin Peay State University in Athens, TN (55 miles away)
- Southeast Missouri State University in Columbia, MO (84 miles away)
- Tennessee State University in Knoxville, TN (89 miles away)
- Southern Illinois University Carbondale in Sterling, IL (91 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001977
- Phone: (606) 783-2000
- School Homepage