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
Total Students
6,646
Retention Rate
76%
Faculty Ratio
16
Financial Aid
37%
Median Debt
$20,500
Campus Setting
Town
Institution Type
Public
Founded
N/A
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
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.
Popular Programs
Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.
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Campus Location
Murray, Kentucky
Murray, KY 42071-3318
Murray State University is located in Murray, Kentucky. The campus is in a town setting.