by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Murray State degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Murray State measures up.
Murray State is ranked #501 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within Kentucky, it ranks #11 of 50 for value.
Among the majors Murray State offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Animal Health | #1 of 7 |
| CAD/CADD Drafting &/or Design Technology/Technician | #1 of 7 |
| Engineering | #1 of 7 |
| Drafting & Design Engineering Technology | #1 of 13 |
| Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, & Related Sciences, Other | #2 of 6 |
| Other Agriculture | #2 of 6 |
| Agriculture | #2 of 6 |
| Civil Engineering Technology/Technician | #2 of 12 |
| Civil Engineering Technology | #2 of 12 |
| Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology | #2 of 9 |
Read the full Murray State value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Murray State University is ranked #10 out of #54 in Kentucky for quality and #11 out of #50 for Kentucky value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Murray State financial aid page to be sure.
Murray State University is ranked #501 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Murray State University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Murray State costs about $10,092. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $40,369 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $23,327 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $9,096 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $10,092 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $40,369 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Murray State net price and the factors that affect it.
What Murray State costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Murray State degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $93,308 | — | — |
| All Students | $40,369 | #501 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $36,384 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $93,308 | — | — |
| All Students | $40,369 | #11 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $36,384 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Murray State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $5,594 |
| $30K–$48K | $5,703 |
| $48K–$75K | $9,616 |
| $75K–$110K | $13,423 |
| Over $110K | $14,282 |
About 93% of Murray State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,179 per year. Get more details on the Murray State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Murray State net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.