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Murray State UniversityTuition & Fees 2026

Murray, KY · Private University

Tuition

$19,452

per year

Avg. Net Price

$9,121

after grants & scholarships

Cost of Attendance Breakdown

Cost ItemAmount
Tuition & Fees$19,452
Room & Board (est.)$12,500
Total Cost of Attendance (est.)$31,952
Avg. Net Price (after aid)$9,121

Room & board is estimated using the national average. Actual costs vary by housing choice. All figures are approximate.

How It Compares

National average tuition at private universities

$41,540

Murray State University is

$22,088 below the national average

Return on Investment

Median Grad Debt

$20,500

Federal loans at graduation

Median Earnings (10yr)

$44,737

Median earnings 10 years after enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Murray State University cost?

Murray State University has out-of-state tuition of $19,452 and an average net price of $9,121 after financial aid per year. The net price reflects average grants and scholarships.

What is the net price of Murray State University?

The average net price at Murray State University is $9,121 per year after grants and scholarships are applied. This is the amount the average student actually pays, which is often significantly less than the sticker price.

How much debt do Murray State University graduates typically carry?

The median federal loan debt for Murray State University graduates is $20,500. With median earnings of $44,737 ten years after graduation, this represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio for most graduates.

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