Murray State University is one of the eight public 4-year colleges in Kentucky. The campus is located in Murray town. According to the NCES 2017 report, a total of 10,012 students attend the school. In the 2017 fall enrollment, 1,443 freshman students enrolled, and approximately 1,111 students returned for their sophomore year (which makes its freshman retention rate 77%). Every year 49% of the graduating class students graduate in 150% of the time it takes to complete their studies. Murray State University's in-state tuition for the 2017-2018 academic year was $7,656, and fees were $1,164. Out-of-state tuition and fees for the same period were $22,656 and $1,164 respectively.
Murray State University is a public university in Murray, Kentucky. Murray State's mission is to provide leadership and service for the region, state, nation and world by educating students from diverse backgrounds to become productive citizens of an ever-changing world. The institution began as a normal school in 1922 through funding by Eli Murray (1865-1956). It was later renamed the "Murray Normal College" when it became part of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in 1924. The college became "Murray State Teachers College" following enactment of legislation on April 16th 1927 that authorized substitution of "Teachers" for "Normal." Finally, on March 1st 1930, the name was changed to its current designation: "Murray State College."
Murray State University is a public university in Murray, Kentucky with more than 10,000 students from all 50 states and over 60 countries.
Murray State University is among the top-ranked public universities in Kentucky, with a focus on teaching and learning. Murray State offers 90 undergraduate programs of study, leading to bachelor’s degrees for students from all over the world. The university has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of America’s best colleges since 2009, ranking it as high as #2 nationally for Regional Universities in the Southeast and #3 nationally for Best Value Schools.
At Murray State, we believe in the power of a higher education. We are committed to providing an affordable, quality learning environment for our students and community members that fosters personal growth and academic success. Founded in 1922 as a teacher training institution, Murray State has evolved into one of the nation's top public regional universities with more than 20 bachelor degree programs offered on campus and online.
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Murray State is dedicated to providing an excellent educational experience grounded in excellence, integrity, respect for all persons regardless of age or background, diversity, creativity and innovation. We strive to create a safe environment that values lives lived well - not simply years survived. The university will enrich lives by developing critical thinkers who make meaningful
