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Murray State University

Murray, Kentucky · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$38,473

Acceptance Rate

86%

Graduation Rate

59%

Annual Tuition

$9,708

At a Glance

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Total Students

6,646

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Retention Rate

76%

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Faculty Ratio

16

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Financial Aid

37%

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Median Debt

$20,500

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Campus Setting

Town

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Murray State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 86.2% and a student body of 6,646. The university has a retention rate of 76.1% and a graduation rate of 59%. The median debt for students is $20,500, and 36.6% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Murray State is $9,708. One year after graduation, students earn a median of $38,962, with earnings of $38,473 after five years and $44,737 after ten years.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$39k

1 YEAR

$38k

5 YEARS

$45k

10 YEARS

Top 76% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Murray State University alumni earn a median of $38,962. After five years, median earnings are $38,473, and after ten years, median earnings are $44,737. The median debt for students is $20,500. A little over a third of students, 36.6%, receive financial aid.

Murray State University has a student body of 6,646 students, and it accepts 86.2% of applicants. The graduation rate is 59%, and the retention rate is 76.1%. The annual in-state tuition is $9,708.

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Campus Location

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Murray, Kentucky

Murray, KY 42071-3318

Murray State University is located in Murray, Kentucky. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Murray State University has an acceptance rate of 86%.