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Morehead State University

Morehead, Kentucky · Public

83%acceptance rate
940–1130SAT middle 50%
18–24ACT middle 50%
$10,017average net price, in-state

Morehead State University admitted 83% of 8,087 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 940–1130 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 49% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Morehead State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application is free.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Morehead State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Morehead State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Morehead State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Test scores

Not considered

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.47 GPA. 18% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.08%
  • 3.75–3.9928%
  • 3.50–3.7421%
  • 3.25–3.4915%
  • 3.00–3.2410%
  • 2.50–2.9913%
  • 2.00–2.494%
  • Under 2.00%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $22,154 in-state and $27,022 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $10,017 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$7,561
  • $30–48k$7,152
  • $48–75k$9,920
  • $75–110k$13,796
  • $110k+$14,197

Quick answers

What is Morehead State University’s acceptance rate?

Morehead State University admitted 83% of applicants: 6,735 of 8,087 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Morehead State University’s application deadline?

Morehead State University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for Morehead State University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 940 to 1130, with a median around 1030. A score at or above 1030 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Morehead State University’s application fee?

The application is free for 2026–27.

Does Morehead State University have supplemental essays?

No. Morehead State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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