Morehead State University
Morehead, Kentucky
Morehead State University (MSU) is a public university located in Morehead, Kentucky. Founded in 1887, MSU offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence, research, and hands-on learning. The university is particularly known for its space science program, education degrees, and commitment to student success. With a scenic campus nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, MSU provides a vibrant and supportive environment for students to thrive both academically and personally.
Get to know Morehead State University
Benefits
Student Activities
- Campus Ministries
- Choral groups
- Concert band
- Dance
- Drama/theatre
- International Student Organization
- Literary magazine
- Marching band
- Music ensembles
- Musical theatre
- Opera
- Radio station
- Student government
- Student newspaper
- Symphony orchestra
- Television station
High-Impact Practices
- Capstone Courses and Projects
- Internships
- Community-Based Learning
- Diversity and Global Learning
- Undergraduate Research
- Collaborative Assignments and Projects
- Writing-Intensive Courses
- Learning Communities
- Common Intellectual Experiences
- First-Year Seminars
Campus Resources
- Career Services
- Academic Advisors
- Library Services
- Faculty Mentors
- Disability Services
- Health Services
- Academic Tutors
- Financial Aid Advisors
- Student Success Initiative
- Veteran Services
- Peer Mentors
- Counseling
College Highlights
CLASS SIZE
The number of sections of each class size.
2-9: 259 | 10-19: 225 | 20-29: 222
30-39: 76 | 40-49: 42 | 50-99: 10 | 100+: 1
ENROLLMENT BY ETHNICITY
Non-U.S. Citizen: 3%
Hispanic/Latine: 3%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: 3%
White, non-Hispanic: 84%
Native/Indigenous American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic: 0%
Asian, non-Hispanic: 1%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic: 0%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic: 4%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown: 2%
SPECIAL STUDY OPTIONS
Programs available at this institution.
Cross-registration
Distance learning
Double major
Dual enrollment
Exchange student program (domestic)
Honors Program
Independent study
Internships
Liberal arts/career combination
Study abroad
Teacher certification program
Undergraduate research
RESIDENCE LIFE
Percent of students living on campus.
First-time, first-year (freshman) students: 82%
Undergraduates: 33%
Campus housing options.
Coed dorms
Apartments for single students
Special housing for students with disabilities
Special housing for international students
Living-learning communities
Limited housing for agriculture students at University Farm
Admission
ADMISSIONS FACTORS
Very Important
Academic GPA
Considered
Standardized test scores
TEST SCORES
Optional
FRESHMAN PROFILE
SAT Composite
25th Percentile: 1003 | 75th Percentile: 1233
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th Percentile: 493 | 75th Percentile: 608
SAT Math
25th Percentile: 510 | 75th Percentile: 630
ACT Composite
25th Percentile: 19 | 75th Percentile: 25
ACT Math
25th Percentile: 17 | 75th Percentile: 24
ACT English
25th Percentile: 18 | 75th Percentile: 25
ACT Science
25th Percentile: 19 | 75th Percentile: 24
ACT Reading
25th Percentile: 20 | 75th Percentile: 28
Tuition & Cost
Tuition (in-state): $9,704
Tuition (out-of-state): $14,660
Tuition (nonresident aliens): $24,580
Fees: $320
Room: $4,800
Board: $4,820
Contact Morehead State University
Contact Admissions
www.moreheadstate.edu/admissions
(606) 783-2000
admissions@moreheadstate.edu
Campus Location
150 University Blvd.
Morehead, KY 40351
1-800-585-6781