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Murray State University

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$9,738Avg. Net Price
56%Grad Rate
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Murray State University Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
About
Cost
Demographics
Outcomes

Enrollment Deposit

How much is MSU's enrollment deposit?

Murray State University does not require an enrollment deposit, but may require a fee for housing or orientation. You can find information on taking next steps at Murray State University's website.


Student Population

Murray State University educates a diverse community of 11,531 students, with 8,979 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 2,552 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

11,531


Total Undergraduates

8,979

Total Graduates

2,552


Full-Time vs Part-Time

67% Full-Time

33% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at Murray State University has a 86% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $40. Murray State University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1070 and the average ACT score is 22.


Acceptance Rate

86%


Application Fee

$40


SAT

Students submitting SAT

20%

Total Score

400

1600

9501190

Reading and Writing

200

800

480600

Math

200

800

470590

ACT

Students submitting ACT

81%

Composite Score

0

36

1926

English

0

36

1927

Math

0

36

1727

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Location

Located in Murray, KY, Murray State University offers students a town experience with all the advantages of a distinct community identity.


City

Murray


County

Calloway County


State

Kentucky


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Distant

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About

Murray State University features a student-focused approach with a 16 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

16 : 1


Religious Affiliation

False


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


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Cost

Murray State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $9,738 with 100% of students receiving financial assistance including 31% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$9,738


Received Aid

100%


Pell Recipients

31%


Tuition

$4,218 In-State

$4,218 Out-of-State

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Demographics

The Murray State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 61% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
3,277 (36%)
Women
5,702 (64%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
1,016 (13%)
18-19
2,663 (34%)
20-21
2,522 (32%)
22-24
988 (13%)
Over 25
689 (9%)

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Outcomes

Murray State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 56% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

56%

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