Murray State University
Murray, KY
Overview
Murray State University is a public institution located in Murray, KY. It has a total enrollment of 10,020 students.
7,851
Undergrads2,169
Grad Students85.7%
Acceptance64.0%
Grad RatePhotos

Academics
17.0 : 1
Student-Faculty Ratio76.0%
Retention Rate (Full-Time)64.0%
6-Year Graduation Rate49.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate7,851
Undergraduate Enrollment2,169
Graduate EnrollmentAdmissions
85.7%
Acceptance Rate3.50
Average GPATest Optional
Test Policy$40
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Financial Aid & Costs
$20,088
Tuition + Room & Board + Books (before financial aid)Cost Breakdown
Tuition (In-State)
$8,196
Room & Board
$11,112
Books & Supplies
$780
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,652
Financial Aid
100%
Receiving Aid43%
Pell Grant Recipients$14,178
Avg Grant (recipients)$8,501
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Campus Life
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Yes
Housing Capacity
3,052 beds
Housing Guarantee
Data not available
Dining
Meal Plan Available
No
Meal Plan Type
Data not available
Athletics
Quick Facts
Type
Public
Undergraduate Enrollment
7,851
Acceptance Rate
86%
Graduation Rate
64%
In-State Cost
$19,308
Out-of-State Cost
$28,764
Visit Website
Murray, KY 42071-3318
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