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Murray State University

Murray, Kentucky · Public

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

Institution Overview

Murray State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 86.2%. The university enrolls 6,646 students and has a retention rate of 76.1%. The graduation rate is 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, the median earnings are $38,962. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $38,473, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $44,737.

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. Five years after graduation, earnings decrease slightly to $38,473. However, ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $44,737. The median debt for graduates is $20,500.

Murray State University has an acceptance rate of 86.2% and a graduation rate of 59%. The university retains 76.1% of its students. The in-state tuition is $9,708, and 36.6% of students receive financial aid.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Murray State University has an acceptance rate of 86.2%.