Known for business — excellent value
Murray State University is a public institution in Murray with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1110, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 6.6K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
60% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,737 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $9,121.
Established
1922
Mascot
Racer One (live mascot)Dunker (costumed)
Type
Public university
Conference
NCAA Division I ranks (for football
Division
Division I
86%Acceptance
1110SAT Avg
6,646Students
16:1Student:Faculty
60%Grad Rate
$44,737Earnings 10yr
$9,121Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate86.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1110
Reading & WritingMid: 550
480600
MathMid: 530
470590
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 24
1926
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$9,708
Tuition (out-of-state)$19,452
Room & Board$10,594
Books & Supplies$900
Total Cost of Attendance$21,475
Average Net Price$9,121
Median Debt at Graduation$20,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$217
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$5,594
$30–48K$5,703
$48–75K$9,616
$75–110K$13,423
$110K+$14,282
Programs (144)
Student Body
Undergrads
6,646
Gender Split
62% / 38%
Women / Men
First Generation
34%
Pell Grant Recipients
31%
Race & Ethnicity
White 79%
Black 6%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate59.5%
Freshman Retention76.1%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$38,473
8 Years$41,104
10 Years$44,737
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$37,000
Men
$49,700
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Racers
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia