Murray State Minute
All Campus Sing
Each April the quad at Murray State University springs to life for one of our best and longest running campus traditions… All Campus Sing. All Campus Sing is a highly competitive song and dance competition pitting Greek organizations and other student organizations against each other for ultimate bragging rights. Not only must they sing and dance in harmony, including solos, they have to do it all balancing on the steps of historic Lovett Auditorium. The quad is packed with students, faculty, staff, alumni and members of the community. And, alumni all over the world tune in by the thousands for our live stream. The event is organized by Murray State’s chapter of the national women’s music sorority, Sigma Alpha Iota, and raises money and awareness for their philanthropy, People to People, an organization that provides musical instruments to children in need. This year all campus is Wednesday, April 17, at 3 p.m.
Admitted Student Kickoff
Murray State University hosted the Admitted Student Kickoff event on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024. The free event allowed admitted Racers and their families to learn more about life at Murray State through a variety of programs and activities.
2024-25 FAFSA
The FAFSA form now has fewer questions, and more students and parents can easily transfer their financial info from the IRS to the FAFSA. This upgrade makes submitting your FAFSA faster and simpler!
School of Nursing and Health Professionals Groundbreaking
The Murray State University campus and broader community participated in a special groundbreaking event for the University’s new School of Nursing and Health Professions building on Dec. 8, 2023. The building will offer Murray State students expanded opportunities such as laboratories, simulation areas, larger classrooms and more study and collaborative spaces. With the field of healthcare growing and seeing more demand, the new facility will help Murray State continue to meet the needs in the region for healthcare professionals. In the last legislative session, the Kentucky General Assembly approved $45.5 million in funding for the construction of the building, which is expected to open in January 2026.
Scholarships
Murray State offers Academic Achievement, academic and competitive scholarships to first-time freshmen. All Murray State students have the opportunity to apply for scholarships and financial aid throughout their college careers.
Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business
The Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business is committed to remaining at the very top of its field with frequent innovation to our business school programs to ensure our students are provided with the best education and guidance.
Our dedication to the maintenance and frequent enhancement of our degrees is just one of the reasons why a path in business at Murray State has a value you won't find anywhere else. With an array of undergraduate and graduate programs and options for online business classes, we give you the paths and opportunities to make the most out of your degree from the Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business.
First-Generation Students
Murray State celebrates First-Generation students and the impact of their college education.
Cybersecurity at Murray State
Providing a solid foundation of information systems technologies and business principles, the Cybersecurity and Network Management program is uniquely positioned to help you achieve your dream of a career in technology. And as technology changes, you’ll have the technical competency and problem-solving skills needed to succeed.
Recognized as one of Kentucky’s premier academic programs, the CNM program has been named a statewide “Program of Distinction”. Our program guided by a distinguished national advisory board ensuring our curriculum meets not only today’s industry needs, but those of the future. Both our undergraduate and graduate programs have been recognized as Programs of the Year by the International Telecommunications Education and Research Association.
Homecoming
Racers from all over the world had a wonderful weekend as they returned home to our alma mater for Homecoming 2023.
Family Weekend
Murray State's annual Family Weekend gives families a chance to visit and enjoy fun activities together on campus.
The Doran Arboretum at Murray State
The Arboretum at Murray State University is a public educational display garden located on the Pullen Farm at Murray State and a favorite destination for people of all ages. Take a stroll, go for a run, or walk your leashed dog on our 0.8 mile long track (bicycles are not allowed). Wander through our student-maintained gardens and view our ever growing collections of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees. Check out the view of the 40+ acre Pullen Farm from on top of the "Mountain." See how many butterflies you can spot on our Butterfly Garden next to the pond while you play on our Butterfly themed Play Pocket.
The Arboretum is open daily from dawn until dusk.
Centennial Campaign Update
With the close of the first year of the public phase of Murray State University’s Be Bold – Forever Blue & Gold Centennial Campaign, the University reports a record-breaking level of fundraising success in total gifts and new documented commitments in support of its students and programs.
Great Beginnings
Murray State welcomes what might be the largest first-time freshman class to campus.