by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Murray State University, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
For the latest reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Murray State University amounted to $9,900 a year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $19,836. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Of that total, required fees added up to $1,296 in-state and $1,296 out-of-state; the balance is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,604 | $18,540 |
| Fees | $1,296 | $1,296 |
| Total | $9,900 | $19,836 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and exclude room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much will Murray State University charge if you go part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
For some context, here is how Murray State University costs compare against other schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In KY | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Inexpensive | Expensive |
Compared to colleges across the country, Murray State University is fairly typical on price.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. See the Murray State University Financial Aid page for more.
Below is how tuition at Murray State University has shifted over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $8,040 | $17,316 |
| Two Years Ago | $8,196 | $17,652 |
| One Year Ago | $8,436 | $18,180 |
| Most Recent Year | $8,604 | $18,540 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Murray State has moved over recent reported years.
From the prior year, out-of-state tuition went up 2.0%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $20,228 for the upcoming year.
At most colleges, tuition edges up a little each year, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 2.28%, which puts the in-state figure next year near $10,126. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 2.30%, so a year out the out-of-state figure lands around $20,292.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $10,126 | $20,292 |
| In 2 Years | $10,357 | $20,758 |
| In 3 Years | $10,593 | $21,235 |
| In 4 Years | $10,834 | $21,723 |
| In 5 Years | $11,081 | $22,222 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — four years of out-of-state cost at this pace comes to around $84,008, or close to $41,910 for in-state students.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For details on financial aid availability at Murray State University, see the Murray State University Financial Aid page.
