Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $9,708
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $19,452
- Average Net Price
- $9,121
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 31.4%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $10,594
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $12,534
- Books & Supplies
- $900
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $21,202
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,500
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $217/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 57.3%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 36.6%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 31.4%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $5,594 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $5,703 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $9,616 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $13,423 |
| $110,001+ | $14,282 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most Murray State families pay far less than the $21,202 sticker price. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $5,594 net annually, while those from higher-income families ($110,000+) pay $14,282. Over four years, costs range from $22,376 to $57,128 depending on family income. The university keeps costs manageable for a regional public school serving western Kentucky and surrounding areas.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $20,500, translating to monthly payments of $217. With median earnings hitting $44,737 ten years after graduation, loan payments represent about 5.5% of income. The 96.6% employment rate shows Murray State's job-focused programs deliver results. Low-income students get the best financial deal here, paying roughly one-quarter of what wealthy families pay while accessing the same nursing, agriculture, and education programs that built the university's reputation.
Graduates leave with a median debt of $20,500, translating to monthly payments of $217. With median earnings hitting $44,737 ten years after graduation, loan payments represent about 5.5% of income. The 96.6% employment rate shows Murray State's job-focused programs deliver results. Low-income students get the best financial deal here, paying roughly one-quarter of what wealthy families pay while accessing the same nursing, agriculture, and education programs that built the university's reputation.
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