At a glance
Average net price
$9,096
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
61.3%
Admission rate
86%
Undergrad size
6,688
In-state tuition
$9,900
Out-of-state tuition
$19,836
Cost of attendance
$23,485
Median earnings (10y)
$44,737
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,133
- ACT midpoint
- 24
- Retention
- 75.6%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (21%), humanities & arts (19%), social sciences (19%).
- STEM21%
- Health11%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts19%
- Social sciences19%
- Trades & services13%
- Business16.4%~1,098 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Agriculture11.9%~797 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Health professions11.3%~759 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education9.4%~626 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts7.7%~513 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech6.6%~438 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~292 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science4.1%~276 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology3.7%~250 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~250 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication3.4%~229 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~217 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences2.4%~163 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~159 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering1.9%~129 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.8%~121 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.4%~96 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~84 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~71 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~58 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.8%~54 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Transportation0.1%~8 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other. | Bachelor's | 227 | $37,777 | $18,500 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 206 | $53,643 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 185 | $32,714 | $22,324 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 178 | $31,376 | $28,162 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 176 | $54,148 | $25,082 |
| Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other. | Master's | 157 | $44,076 | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 150 | $33,385 | $18,200 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 134 | $40,996 | $18,750 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology. | Bachelor's | 122 | $23,818 | $20,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master's | 120 | $42,436 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 110 | $26,989 | $28,000 |
| Animal Sciences. | Bachelor's | 109 | — | — |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 102 | $65,448 | $25,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 100 | $29,325 | $22,250 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 100 | — | $21,500 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 99 | — | $24,250 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 94 | $44,974 | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 81 | $30,368 | $24,475 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 70 | $38,530 | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 67 | — | — |
| Engineering Physics. | Bachelor's | 64 | $59,115 | $19,521 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 63 | $32,844 | $20,775 |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 61 | $58,121 | $22,500 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 58 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 58 | — | $24,184 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 56 | $24,308 | $26,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Doctoral | 56 | — | — |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management. | Bachelor's | 55 | $24,130 | $21,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 55 | $30,268 | $22,875 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 55 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master's | 54 | $51,117 | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 53 | $29,528 | $26,731 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 51 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 51 | $23,316 | $24,619 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 51 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 50 | $36,133 | $21,061 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 48 | — | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 44 | — | $26,000 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 41 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 40 | $25,553 | $22,500 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Murray State University
Murray State University is a large institution located in Murray, Kentucky, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 6,688 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Agriculture, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Murray State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $9,096 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $9,900 for in-state students and $19,836 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $23,485 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 61.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 75.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $44,737 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Murray State University confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Agriculture, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (21% of credentials), humanities & arts (19% of credentials), social sciences (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Murray State University accepts 86% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,133. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 24.
Location & campus
Set in Murray, Kentucky (town), Murray State University draws students from across Kentucky and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Murray State University
Q.How much does Murray State University cost?
The average net price at Murray State University is $9,096 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $23,485.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Murray State University?
Murray State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 61.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Murray State University?
Murray State University admits 86% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Murray State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Murray State University graduate earns $44,737 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Murray State University?
Published tuition is $9,900 in-state and $19,836 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Murray State University located?
Murray State University is located in Murray, Kentucky (ZIP 42071).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Murray State University at their official website.