Morehead State University

  • 0/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Morehead, KY
  • 0 reviews

Overview

Total enrollment

8,791
Morehead State University overview
Morehead State University overview
  • Size Mid-size
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Morehead State University is situated in the foothills of the Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern Kentucky, approximately 65 miles east of Lexington. The 500-acre main campus combines contemporary academic buildings with historic structures dating to the institution's founding as a teacher training school in 1887. Known for its space science program, which features a space tracking system and NASA-affiliated research facilities, MSU also maintains strong programs in education, music, and nursing. The university provides comprehensive undergraduate housing options across multiple residence halls, with first-year students required to live on campus. MSU competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Eagles, participating in the Ohio Valley Conference with notable achievements in men's basketball and rifle teams.

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  • Academics
    6 out of 10
  • Resources
    3 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    3 out of 10
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Admissions

Admission Standards

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Morehead State University admission standards
  • GPA 3.52

Acceptance Rate

77.2%
Morehead State University applications overview
  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 18.2%
  • Application Fee $30

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Annual Cost to Attend

Kentucky Resident Tuition

$10,024

Out of State Resident Tuition

$14,980

Breakdown

In State Costs for Morehead State University
  • Tuition $10,024
  • Books and Supplies $480
  • Other Fees $320
  • Room and Board $10,994
  • Budget for Other Expenses $3,028
  • Total One Year Cost $24,846

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$34,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

40% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Morehead State University are Health Professions, Liberal Arts and Humanities, and Education. 15% of students major in Health Professions, 14% in Liberal Arts and Humanities, and 12% in Education.

  • Health Professions 15%
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities 14%
  • Education 12%
  • Business 9%
  • Social Sciences 7%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=157386.

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Last updated: August 2026