Morehead State University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families who need the lowest possible cost. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 4,578 students.
About This School
Morehead State University is a public institution located in Morehead, Kentucky with approximately 4,578 undergraduate students enrolled. Morehead State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The average net price after financial aid is $9,793 per year. The graduation rate is 52%, and the typical graduate earns $37,000 within 10 years of enrollment.
Morehead State University (MSU) is a public university in Morehead, Kentucky, United States. The university began as Morehead Normal School, which opened its doors in 1887. The Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Mathematics, a two-year residential early college high school on the university's campus, was established in 2014.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $10,089/year after aid and a low median debt of $14,705, this school is genuinely affordable, making it a reasonable option for cost-conscious students in Kentucky. However, the 48% graduation rate and 69% freshman retention rate are real warning signs — nearly a third of students don't return after year one, which suggests some students struggle to find their footing or finish. If you enroll, go in with a clear plan and take advantage of support resources, because the outcomes data shows this school works well for some students but not all.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 20% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,578 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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