Morehead State University is a public 4-year college in Morehead, Kentucky with 4,578 undergraduates. It admits 77% of applicants, costs an average of $9,912 a year after grants and graduates 48% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Morehead State University acceptance rate and admissions
Morehead State University admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Morehead State University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Morehead State University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Morehead State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $10,444 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $15,614 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,470 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $24,067 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $9,912 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $9,912 a year after grants and scholarships, $14,155 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Morehead State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Morehead State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $47,134 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,750 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 40% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Morehead State University majors and what graduates earn
Morehead State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 45 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($85,740).
All 45 majors at Morehead State University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 52 | $76,775 | $85,740 | $16,173 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | 1 | n/a | $85,181 | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | 26 | $70,350 | $76,850 | $22,999 |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General | 44 | $60,084 | $76,568 | $24,890 |
| Biology | 51 | $37,797 | $65,624 | $18,673 |
| Physics | 7 | n/a | $62,865 | n/a |
| Management information systems | 8 | $32,706 | $59,145 | n/a |
| Business administration | 33 | $40,704 | $55,282 | $20,163 |
| Computer and information sciences | 18 | $36,103 | $51,805 | n/a |
| Sociology | 39 | $37,221 | $50,331 | $22,250 |
| Business | 27 | $49,710 | $50,191 | $16,290 |
| Accounting | 37 | $41,574 | $50,125 | $25,377 |
| Mathematics | 12 | n/a | $47,916 | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 9 | $44,569 | $47,242 | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | 13 | $33,555 | $46,667 | $22,250 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 40 | $32,847 | $45,877 | $18,750 |
| Psychology | 36 | $31,366 | $45,874 | $17,600 |
| Social work | 46 | $36,704 | $45,201 | $21,304 |
| Communication | 11 | $32,031 | $44,149 | $24,687 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 126 | $38,231 | $43,422 | $22,763 |
| Marketing | 20 | n/a | $41,206 | $14,398 |
| Legal studies | 14 | n/a | $40,990 | n/a |
| Music | 14 | $34,526 | $40,768 | $22,791 |
| Special education | 19 | $35,525 | $39,777 | $20,749 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | 12 | $38,366 | $38,347 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 52 | $36,012 | $37,275 | $19,379 |
| English | 17 | $35,698 | $35,895 | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 24 | $25,187 | $32,257 | $19,843 |
| Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other | 39 | $37,296 | n/a | $16,617 |
| Aerospace engineering | 19 | $68,951 | n/a | $22,426 |
| Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, General | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International/Globalization Studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Neuroscience | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geology and earth sciences | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Systems Engineering | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Morehead State University
22 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 22 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Master's | 26 | $41,266 | $40,750 |
| Business | Master's | 18 | $57,927 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 16 | $47,517 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 12 | $73,252 | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 12 | $50,374 | $30,414 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering-Related Fields | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Aerospace engineering | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Trade and career programs at Morehead State University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 27 | $58,011 | $67,127 | $17,500 |
Students and location
- 4,578 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 61% women, 39% men
- 16 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Morehead State University?
Morehead State University admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Morehead State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $10,444 for in-state students and $15,614 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $9,912 a year in 2024-25.
Is Morehead State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Morehead State University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Morehead State University?
48% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Morehead State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $47,134 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.