Murray, KY

Tight-knit community nestled in rolling hills
and just two hours from Nashville, TN

Murray State University, situated in Murray, Kentucky, is a vibrant institution renowned for its academic excellence and strong sense of community. Offering a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, Murray State provides students with personalized learning experiences, innovative research opportunities, and a supportive campus environment. With a commitment to career achievement and student success, Murray State University prepares graduates to excel in their chosen fields and make meaningful contributions to society.

Rankings: Top 50 safest college towns

School size: Total enrollment of 9,818

Location: Murray, Kentucky 

Nearby attractions: 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, Kentucky Lake, Owensboro Museum of Fine Arts, Owensboro Museum of Science and History, RiverPark Center – A Performing Arts Center, Western Kentucky
Botanical Gardens

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Programs

Cost of Attendance

The following provides you with estimated costs for your tuition at Murray State University. Please note: Total tuition and fees will vary depending on your selected program as well as the housing and meal plans chosen.

Bachelor's Degree

Estimated Cost of Attendance
$ 31,164 /year
  • This is an estimate only. Other costs and fees may apply.

Master's Degree

Estimated Cost of Attendance
$ 22,478-
24,873
/year
  • This is an estimate only. Other costs and fees may apply.

Doctoral Degree

Estimated Cost of Attendance
$ 24,741-
37,389
/year
  • This is an estimate only. Other costs and fees may apply.

For a detailed breakdown of costs and fees by program, please click Apply Now and complete the form. 

Scholarships

$1,000 Leadership Scholarships are awarded to bachelor’s and master’s students who demonstrate leadership and passion for advancing inter-cultural learning at Murray State University.

$2,000 per year Partner University Scholarships are awarded to all admitted undergraduate students from partner universities.

The Transfer Scholarship is a non-refundable scholarship that can be applied to direct costs (tuition, campus housing, campus meal plan, or University Bookstore textbook charges) at Murray State. The Transfer Scholarship is awarded for three years (fall and spring consecutive semesters) or until a bachelor’s degree is received, whichever occurs first. Requirements
  • First-time transfer student
  • minimum 3.0 GPA
  • enrolling as a full-time student (minimum of 12 hours per semester at Murray State)

Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3
$4,000 $3,000 $1,500
3.80 to 4.00 GPA 3.50 to 3.79 GPA 3.00 to 3.49 GPA

Citizens of Belize (excluding US dual citizens) who have studied or are currently studying at a COBEC member institution in Belize are eligible for the COBEC scholarship at Murray State University. This scholarship is awarded to students automatically without a separate scholarship application. 

Bachelor’s Degree Tuition Per Year (30 credits):  $10,252 USD with $3,806 scholarship applied
Master’s Degree Tuition: $439.50 to $636 per credit hour with scholarship applied.  Tuition cost and scholarship varies by master’s degree program. Please contact us for an estimate.

Eligibility: Students who are dual citizens are not eligible to receive the scholarship. Only students who have studied or are currently studying at COBEC member institutions in Belize are eligible. Students transferring to Murray State University from other institutions outside of Belize are not eligible. Current COBEC member institutions include: San Pedro Junior College, Belize Adventist Junior College, Corozal Junior College, Centre Escolar Mexico J.C., Galen University, John Paul II Junior College, Independence Junior College, Sacred Heart Junior College, St. John’s Junior College, Stann Creek Ecumenical J.C., University of Belize, University of the West Indies, and Wesley Junior College.

Murray State University Scholarships are awarded to students pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree at Murray State University. These scholarships provide a variety of academic, athletic, and service-based scholarship award opportunities to both domestic and international students. There are many different types of scholarships available.

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Admission Requirements

To apply for undergraduate study, you will need the following:

  • $75 International Student Application
  • Transcripts for all years of high school with a minimum GPA of 2.0
    • If transcripts are not written in English, you must also submit certified translations
  • High School Diploma OR Graduation Certificate
    • If the graduation certificate is not written in English, you must also submit a certified translation
  • Proof of Financial Support
    • Bank Statement (issued within the last 6 months) showing a balance of at least $26,630 OR
    • Scholarship Letter
  • Copy of Passport for applicant and all dependents
  • No NECO Results will be accepted. Please submit WAEC results. (This only applies to students submitting high school scores from Nigeria.)
  • English Language Proficiency Minimum Requirements:
    • IELTS overall score of 6.0 (5.5 for full admission with condition)
    • TOEFL overall score of 71 (61 for full admission with condition)
    • SAT score of 960
    • GTEC overall score of 1190 (1100 for full admission with condition)
    • PTE overall score of 51 (45 for full admission with condition)
    • Duolingo English Test overall score of 100 or higher (90 for full admission with condition)
    • TOEIC overall score of 790 or higher with 160 or higher speaking (700 with 140 or higher speaking for full admission with condition)
    • Kaplan English Certificate Advanced Level (Higher Intermediate Level for full admission with condition)
    • Admission to or Completion of the ESL Program at Murray State University OR
      • British / Cambridge International Examinations: GCE, GCSE, IGCSE, AICE, HIGCSE certificate with five O-Level subject passes, or a level of B-2 or higher on the Cambridge English exam.
      • Completion of one semester of full-time university level classes (minimum of 12 credit hours) with a 2.5 GPA or higher at an accredited US institution OR
      • Graduation from a high school in the United States OR
      • Students from the following countries are not required to submit English proficiency scores: Antigua, Australia, Bahamas, Belize, British Islands, Cameroon (University of Buea and University of Bamenda), Canada, Ghana, Ireland, Kenya, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria and United Kingdom.

*Admitted with condition: undergraduates must maintain a 2.0 GPA in the first semester.

Note: Upon acceptance, all students are required to participate in the school’s student health program or in a health benefit plan with comparable coverage.

Every graduate program has specific admissions requirements (see below). Please review these requirements first. To apply for graduate study, you will need the following:

  • Transcripts for all years of university (with university’s grading scale)
    • If transcripts are not written in English, you must also submit certified translations
  • University Degree OR Graduation Certificate
    • If the graduation certificate is not written in English, you must also submit a certified translation
  • Proof of Financial Support
    • Bank Statement (issued within the last 6 months) showing a balance of at least $19,712 for master’s students or at least $22,373 for doctoral students OR
    • Scholarship Letter
  • English Language Proficiency (Note—some graduate programs have higher minimum requirements)
    • IELTS overall score of 6.0 (5.5 for full admission with condition)
    • TOEFL overall score of 71 (61 for full admission with condition)
    • SAT score of 960
    • GTEC overall score of 1190 (1100 for full admission with condition)
    • PTE overall score of 51 (45 for full admission with condition)
    • Duolingo English Test overall score of 100 or higher (90 for full admission with condition)
    • TOEIC overall score of 790 or higher with 160 or higher speaking (700 with 140 or higher speaking for full admission with condition)
    • Kaplan English Certificate Advanced Level (Higher Intermediate Level for full admission with condition)
    • B-2 or higher on the Cambridge English exam
    • Admission to or completion of the ESL Program at Murray State University OR
    • Students from the following countries or have graduated from the following colleges or universities are not required to submit English proficiency scores: Antigua, Australia, Bahamas, Belize, British Islands, Cameroon (University of Buea and University of Bamenda), Canada, Ghana, Ireland, Kenya, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria and United Kingdom.
  • Copy of Passport for applicant and all dependents
  • Letters of Reference
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Official GMAT or GRE Score for Certain Programs

* Admitted with the condition: graduate students must maintain a 3.0 GPA in the first semester.

Note: Upon acceptance, all students are required to participate in the school’s student health program or in a health benefit plan with comparable coverage.

Graduate Program-Specific Admission Requirements

**International students are not eligible for admission to the following graduate programs: Nursing, Education Administration, Teacher Education, Library Media and Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education.

  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS 6.0 (all categories score of 6.0 or higher)
    • TOEFL 71 overall (Minimum of a 15 for individual categories)
  • Duolingo: all areas minimum score of 100
  • Conditional admission is possible for students with a 5.5 on the IELTS or 61-70 on the TOEFL
  • Murray State University ESL Program
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • Letter of Application
      1. What are your reasons for choosing the Hutson School of Agriculture graduate program?
      2. Admission to the Hutson School of Agriculture graduate program requires an agriculture bachelor’s degree or substantive work experience in agriculture. Do you meet these requirements?  Please explain.
      3. What are your career goals?
      4. How do you think the Hutson School of Agriculture master’s program will help you achieve your career and life goals?

        Please submit a letter of application to The Hutson School of Agriculture Graduate Coordinator.  Your application for admission to the Hutson School of Agriculture will not be considered until this letter has been received. 

        If your undergraduate GPA is below 3.0, include the following additional information in your admission application letter:

        • An explanation for the lower GPA
        • Reasons why you think you will be successful in a graduate level course of study.
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 
    • TOEFL: 71
  • Murray State University ESL Program
  • GRE: 300 or higher
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 
    • TOEFL: 71
    • Murray State University ESL Program
    • Conditional admission is possible for students with a 5.5 on the IELTS or 61-70 on the TOEFL
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0
    • TOEFL: 71
  • Murray State University ESL Program

Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement

Copy of Passport

2 Letters of Recommendation

Resume showing Chemistry-related Work Experience or Research Experience

  • $75 International Student Application
  • Master’s degree in a relevant field or doctoral-level degree from an accredited institution
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with:
    • 3.25 undergraduate GPA
    • 3.0 GPA and two years of full-time relevant work experience
    • 2.75 GPA and four years of full-time relevant work experience
    • 2.5 GPA and four years of relevant full-time work experience along with a minimum GMAT score of 430 along with a minimum quantitative subscore of 32 or a minimum GRE total score of 288 along with a minimum quantitative subscore of 147
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0
    • TOEFL: 71
    • Murray State University ESL Program
    • Conditional admission is possible for students with a 5.5 on the IELTS  or 61-70 on the TOEFL
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • GRE or GMA (GRE: 288 or higher OR GMAT: 430)
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • English Language Proficiency (Note—some graduate programs have higher minimum requirements)
    • IELTS overall score of 6.0 
    • TOEFL overall score of 71 
    • Conditional admission is possible for students with a 5.5 on the IELTS or 61-70 on the TOEFL
  • SAT score of 960
  • GTEC overall score of 1190 (1100 for full admission with condition)
  • PTE overall score of 51 (45 for full admission with condition)
  • Duolingo English Test overall score of 100 or higher (90 for full admission with condition)
  • TOEIC overall score of 790 or higher with 160 or higher speaking (700 with 140 or higher speaking for full admission with condition)
  • Kaplan English Certificate Advanced Level (Higher Intermediate Level for full admission with condition)
  • B-2 or higher on the Cambridge English exam
  • Admission to or completion of the ESL Program at Murray State University OR Students from the following countries or have graduated from the following colleges or universities are not required to submit English proficiency scores: Antigua, Australia, Bahamas, Belize, British Islands, Cameroon (University of Buea and University of Bamenda), Canada, Ghana, Ireland, Kenya, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria and United Kingdom.
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 
    • TOEFL: 71
  • Murray State University ESL Program
  • Conditional admission is possible for students with a 5.5 on the IELTS or 61-70 on the TOEFL
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • Minimum GPA of 2.75 OR a GMAT score of 450 (or GRE score of 289) 
  • An earned master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Note: STEM Specialization requires a Masters degree in a STEM area
  • University transcripts and degree certificates 
  • A recent (less than five years) Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score detailing Verbal, Quantitative and Analytical categories
  • A professional resume
  • Three confidential professional letters of recommendation as outlined in the program application packet
  • A minimum of three years of successful formal leadership experience in a pK-12, postsecondary or related community setting
  • A letter of application that addresses applicant’s qualifications and purpose for pursuing the doctorate
  • Professional essays as outlined in the program application packet
  • A statement of support from the applicant’s employer or a written plan for how the applicant will meet the demands of the program and maintain professional responsibilities
  • A successful interview with the graduate faculty
  • Program Application
  • Recommendation form for each letter of recommendation
  • Language scores that meet the following:   
    • a TOEFL score of 20 for each section of the iBT
    • an IELTS score of 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0 is required
    • Note: If non-native English speakers submit English proficiency test scores below the minimum, conditional admission is possible on a case by case basis.

 

ESL Conditional:

  • Initial submission of:
    • Program application
    • Graduate admission application
    • ESL application
    • An earned master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a GPA of 3.0 or above. Note: STEM Specialization requires a Masters degree in a STEM area;
    • University transcripts and degree certificates 
  • Later:
    • GRE to be submitted prior to submission of other application materials
    • Required language proficiency scores of: a TOEFL score of 20 for each section of the iBT, an IELTS score of 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0 is required; however if non-native English speakers submit English proficiency test scores below the minimum, conditional admission is possible on a case by case basis.
    • Three confidential professional letters of recommendation as outlined in the program application packet;
    • A minimum of three years of successful formal leadership experience in a pK-12, postsecondary or related community setting;
    • A letter of application that addresses applicant’s qualifications and purpose for pursuing the doctorate;
    • Professional essays as outlined in the program application packet;
    • A statement of support from the applicant’s employer or a written plan for how the applicant will meet the demands of the program and maintain professional responsibilities; and
    • A successful interview with the graduate faculty.
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 7.0 or higher with no section below 6.5 OR
    • TOEFL: No section below 22
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • Undergraduate Degree in English Literature or Equivalent
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • Master’s Degree in English, English Education, TESOL, or closely related discipline with 30 graduate credit hours and a graduate GPA of 3.2 or above
  • Completion of a graduate-level research skills course in English, English Education, TESOL, or closely related discipline with a grade of 3.0 or above
  • Conditional admission may be possible for students with a GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Writing Sample
  • Portfolio of teaching materials of the applicant’s own design indicative of teaching ability
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no section below 6.0 OR
    • TOEFL: no section below 20 OR
  • Previous degree in the field earned from an accredited U.S. Institution
  • Conditional admission may be possible for students with lower test scores on a case-by-case basis
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • Professional Resume
  • 3 Letters of Reference, at least two of which address the applicant’s teaching ability
  • Interview with Graduate Faculty
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 7.0 or higher with no section below 6.5 OR
    • TOEFL: No section below 22
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • GRE Score: 300 or higher
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation
  • Writing Sample
  • Major or Minor in History
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • No more than 3 failing grades (backlogs) during undergraduate studies
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 
    • TOEFL: 71 
  • Murray State University ESL Program
  • Conditional admission is possible for students with a 5.5 on the IELTS or 61-70 on the TOEFL
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • GRE or GMAT Score (a waiver is possible for the Fall 2021 intake)

    • GRE: 288 or higher OR
    • GMAT: 490 or higher


Official and valid GRE or GMAT score report (Murray State Institution Code = 1494)

  • OPTIONAL: Students may submit resume showing work experience

  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 
    • TOEFL: 71 
  • Murray State University ESL Program
  • Conditional admission is possible for students with a 5.5 on the IELTS or 61-70 on the TOEFL
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics
  • For M.A.T., students with a degree in another related field may be eligible
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no section below 6.0 OR
    • TOEFL: No section below 20
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • Undergraduate Major in Music or Equivalent with Teacher Certification
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 
    • TOEFL: 71 
  • Murray State University ESL Program
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • All International students will be admitted as Post-baccalaureate and will not be allowed to take graduate level courses or change to graduate status until they have completed all undergraduate prerequisites
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts
  • Recent (<5 years) GRE score
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 
    • TOEFL: 71 
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Application for admission to the M.A. in PSE – The application can be completed online but must be printed and submitted with required documents.
  • Two writing samples detailed on the program application
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Interview (if necessary)
  • Copy of Passport
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no section below 6.0 OR
    • TOEFL: 88 or higher with no section below 20
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • GRE Score: 300 or higher
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose


DEADLINE: March 15   |   No Spring Admission

  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no section below 6.0 OR
    • TOEFL: 88 or higher with no section below 20
  • Murray State University ESL Program
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • GRE Score: 300 or higher
  • Statement of Personal Interest
  • Statement of Purpose
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • Students may be accepted conditionally with a GPA of 2.25 – 2.74
  • English Language Proficiency
    • IELTS: 6.0 or higher with no section below 5.0 OR
    • TOEFL: 79 or higher with no section below 16
  • Murray State University English Language Program
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Application for Counseling Program
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts
  • Recent GRE Score (taken within last 5 years)
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 
    • TOEFL: 71 
  • Letter of Intent
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume
  • Interview with Counseling Program Admissions Committee
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • Students may be accepted conditionally with a GPA of 2.5 – 2.9
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 or higher with no section below 5.0 OR
    • TOEFL: 71 or higher with no section below 16
  • Murray State University ESL Program
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Available for Fall Admission—January 15th Admissions Deadline
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • Reading: 22 or higher
    • Listening: 22 or higher
    • Speaking: 26 or higher
    • Writing: 24 or higher
    • IELTS: 8.0 or higher with no section below 7.0 OR
    • TOEFL: 114 or higher
  • GRE – Scores evaluated across applicant pool (writing score of 3 preferred)
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • Speech-Language Supplemental Application (with video link)
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Writing Sample
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 
    • TOEFL: 71 
  • Murray State University ESL Program
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • GRE Scores: 297 or higher
  • Verbal Score: 148 or higher
  • Quantitative Score: 149 or higher
  • Copy of Passport
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 or higher with no section below 5.0 OR
    • TOEFL: 71 or higher with no section below 16
  • Murray State University ESL Program
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • Conditional admission may be available for students with a GPA of 2.25 – 2.74
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.5 or higher with no section below 6.0 OR
    • TOEFL: minimum of 20 on each section OR Murray State University ESL Program
    • Conditional admission is possible for students with a 5.5 on the IELTS or 61-70 on the TOEFL
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport
  • Undergraduate major in English, a Modern Foreign Language or another similar major
  • $75 International Student Application
  • Diploma or Graduation Certificate (if you have graduated)
  • University Transcripts with a GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • Conditional admission may be available for students with a GPA of 2.5 – 2.74
  • IELTS or TOEFL Scores
    • IELTS: 6.0 
    • TOEFL: 71 
  • GRE: 297 or higher
  • Financial Guarantee or Bank Statement
  • Copy of Passport