Calling all Racers. Make your mark.
You’re more than a student. We’re more than a university. At Murray State, we’re all about providing countless opportunities for you to achieve your goals and realize your dreams. From a personalized, real-world education to securing valuable internships and career networking experiences that prepare Racers for a lifetime of success beyond graduation, Murray State gets you where you want to go.
we are future-thinking.
Big ideas are often best expressed in the real world, not always on a whiteboard or inside a classroom. Our faculty challenge Racers to conduct valuable research and participate in learning experiences outside of the conventional boundaries: education abroad opportunities, field research, internships and more. We continue to introduce new and innovative academic programs that will impact tomorrow: cybersecurity and network management, game design, drone technology, musical theatre and civil engineering, among others. Supportive faculty and staff are all-in on your success just as you are, and have the knowledge and connections to make it happen. Our dual advising model has been recognized nationally and provides first-year students with advisors who support their experience in campus services as well as their academic journey.
Browse our list of academic programs and learn more about career, industry and employment information at murraystate.edu/programs.
we are family.
Experience campus life — there’s something here for everyone. Our main campus is located in the western Kentucky town of Murray, nestled right in the heart of the region. Murray sets itself apart with a hometown feel coupled with amenities you’d find in major cities. Our University and community have a lot to offer — local music, art galleries, museums, sporting events, theaters, parks, an arboretum, boutiques, thrift stores and more!
Come see what being a Racer is all about! Schedule a campus visit and tour at murraystate.edu/visit .
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Learn more at murraystate.edu/sfs
Murray State offers a total college experience unlike any other. Join an intramural sports team to compete and unwind, build bonds through student organizations, study abroad in 40-plus countries around the world and take part in one or more of our special campus traditions. Adding to our award-winning dining options, new eateries on campus include Chick-fil-A, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Mein Bowl and Starbucks.
This is an exciting time to be a Racer as we recently welcomed our largest freshman class ever!
one of america’s best college values.
Choosing the right college is a big decision. At Murray State, we’re proud to offer a high-impact, high-value experience for our students. Based on our most recent data, 99% of freshmen students received a scholarship or financial aid.
We believe that no one should be denied an education because of financial need. That’s the mission of our Student Financial Services team which includes Financial Aid, Scholarships and the Bursar’s Office. These three offices work together to make your college education more affordable.
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learn even more.
schedule a campus visit and tour.
Go to murraystate.edu/visit, email msu.campusvisits@murraystate.edu or call 270-809-2896 (or toll free at 800-272-4678) to plan your visit to campus.
become a racer.
Apply for admission at murraystate.edu/admissions.
Submit your application and a $40 fee along with your high school transcript (including your senior class schedule) and ACT/SAT report, if required. We offer test-optional admission for qualifying students based on GPA.
ACT Code: 1532
SAT Code: 1494
Visit murraystate.edu/admissions and click on “First-Time Freshmen” for a detailed list of admission requirements.
complete the fafsa.
Apply for financial aid at studentaid.gov.
FAFSA Code: 001977 apply for scholarships.
Once you’ve been admitted to Murray State, you can start applying for scholarships at murraystate.edu/scholarships.
Apply beginning September 1. apply for housing.
Submit your housing application early at murraystate.edu/housing for priority consideration.