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Morehead State University
Morehead,
KY
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate84%
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About Morehead State University
No matter how you define success, Morehead State can help you navigate the path to achieve it. MSU offers 144 degree programs and 23 pre-professional programs, as well as graduate and doctoral programs.
Morehead State University is a public, state university in the rural area of Morehead, KY. Morehead State University was founded in 1887. The college enrolls around 8,810 students a year, including 8,230 undergraduates.
Morehead State University Acceptance Rate
It is not difficult to get into Morehead State University. The acceptance rate at Morehead State University is 84%. Out of 7,911 applications received in 2022, 6,643 students were offered admission.
| Morehead State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 84% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
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Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, near Jefferson County (Louisville).
If you would like to see Morehead State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 64 to Morehead, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Bluegrass Airport, Lexington, Kentucky.
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College Info
Morehead State University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Morehead State University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Morehead State University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Morehead State University SAT Scores
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Morehead State University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$19,780
In State$24,648
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$9,518
$14,386
Fees
$320
$320
Housing
$8,942
$8,942
Books
$1,000
$1,000
Student Life
Wondering what life at Morehead State University is like? There are approximately 8,810 students enrolled at Morehead State University, including 8,230 undergraduate students and 580 graduate students. 55% percent of students attend school full-time, 85% percent are from KY and 15% percent of students are from other states.
55%
Full Time45%
Part Time85%
In State15%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
8,810
Campus Setting
Rural
Acceptance Rate
84%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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