B
Good
Score: 62/100
Quick Stats
9,841
Total Enrollment
60%
Graduation Rate
76%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
86%
Acceptance Rate
$9,738
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Murray State University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $189,093
- Avg rent near campus: $1,079/mo — vs ~$639/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 42054 (5.0% cap, Kirksey)
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🏆 Where Murray State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,436 | $18,180 |
| Room | $5,748 | |
| Board | $4,846 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $26,919 | $36,663 |
Financial Aid
100%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
47%
Take Out Loans
$9,738
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $5,594 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $5,703 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $9,616 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $13,423 |
| $110,001+ | $14,282 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other
194 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, General
175 grads/yr
General Studies
111 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
104 grads/yr
Accounting
85 grads/yr
Finance, General
72 grads/yr
Animal Health
71 grads/yr
English Language and Literature, General
68 grads/yr
Elementary Education and Teaching
65 grads/yr
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other
61 grads/yr
Information Technology
60 grads/yr
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
58 grads/yr
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
57 grads/yr
Agricultural Teacher Education
50 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
47 grads/yr
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
40 grads/yr
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
35 grads/yr
Special Education and Teaching, General
34 grads/yr
Computer Science
32 grads/yr
Public Administration
31 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Murray State University's top programs commonly pursue.
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr
271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr
550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr
151,400 jobs
General and operations managers
$103k/yr
3,712,900 jobs
Student Demographics
9,841
Total Students
63%
Women
78%
Traditional Age (18-24)
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
77%
Hispanic
3%
Black
6%
Asian
1%
Two or More
3%
Non-Resident
7%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
62%
With Family
38%
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
49%
Hybrid (Some Online)
30%
Fully Online
21%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
78%
25-64 (Adult)
9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Murray State University?
Murray State University has an acceptance rate of 86%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Murray State University?
Tuition at Murray State University is
$8,436 for in-state students
and $18,180 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,738.
What is the graduation rate at Murray State University?
The graduation rate at Murray State University is 60%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Murray State University a good school?
Murray State University has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Murray State University?
Murray State University has a total enrollment of 9,841 students.
Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology