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86%
Open Admissions
59%
Graduation
About Murray State University
Murray State University is a public four-year institution located in Murray, Kentucky. With an enrollment of approximately 6,646 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 86%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 59%. Graduates earn a median salary of $44,737 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $9,121 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
86%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
59%
Enrollment
6,646
Total students
Median Earnings
$44,737
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$9,708
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,452
Per year
Average Net Price
$9,121
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
950–1190
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
19 – 26
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
950
Median
1060
75th
1190
4001600
SAT Math
25th
470
Median
530
75th
590
200800
ACT Composite
25th
19
Median
24
75th
26
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$19,452/yr
In-State Tuition$9,708/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$9,121/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$36,484
10-Year Earnings
$447,370
ROI Multiple
12.3×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Murray State University
Student Outcomes
59%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$45k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
6,646
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
