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Major in you. When you become an Eagle at Morehead State University, you’ll find something you won’t find at other universities. We are a family. The authentic MSU experience is the reason for 17 consecutive years, U.S. News and World Report has ranked us as one of the top public regional universities in the South – and in the top 20 for 2020-21. MSU consistently receives this ranking due to its acceptance rates, graduation rates, admissions selectivity and small class sizes. You can work with faculty who invest in your progress through research and experiential learning. We will help you develop skills for your future career including critical thinking and teamwork. Our faculty and staff will help guide you from the moment you set foot on campus to the day you graduate. You will be part of a campus and a community where you will feel safe and comfortable to explore your interests, make lifelong connections and grow as an individual. MSU offers a commitment to your success that starts when you enroll and continues throughout your life.
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Morehead State has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence. With 141 undergraduate degree options and 23 professional program preparations, you can distinguish yourself from other graduates. At MSU you can find the right program to prepare you for your future career. Morehead State continues to receive recognition for our academic programs and commitment to students. To learn more about our rankings, visit www.moreheadstate.edu/rankings.
Preparing You for Success MSU graduates are admitted to professional schools at rates above both state and national averages: •
Pre-Medicine: MSU, 55% +/4.1% (M.D. rate); national, 41% (M.D. rate)
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Pre-Dentistry: MSU, 67%; national, 48%; state, 38%
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Pre-Pharmacy: MSU, 100%; national, 83%; state, 49%
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Pre-Physical Therapy: MSU, 100%; national, 32%; state, 44%
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Pre-Physician Assistant: MSU, 80%; national, 32%
Information verified by the Department of Biology and Chemistry, September 2020.
In 2020, MSU’s programs in nursing, education, business, sociology and space science all received state and/or national recognition for quality and affordability. Our nursing program has a 100% job placement rate. Learn more at www.moreheadstate.edu/rankings.
Outstanding Resources You will learn with exceptional faculty who are experts in their field and utilize incredible facilities that expand the possibilities of your learning. At MSU, you can: • Explore the universe in the Space Science Center, home to one of only a few space systems engineering programs in the country, where you can design and build nanosatellites and other aerospace technologies in cooperation with NASA. • Gain hands-on experience at the Derrickson Agricultural Complex, our 325-acre University farm. You can explore everything from agribusiness to equine science through our greenhouses, labs, livestock herds and fields of crops. You can even live at the farm for an authentic working farm experience. • Study nursing and gain experience for real-life situations in the Simulation Through Advanced Technology (STAT) labs. • Experience the latest technology for the careers of the future at the 21st Century Center for Manufacturing Systems, the first center of its kind in the region. • Our Lucille Little Theater is a black box theater - an innovative theatre design that allows students to experiment with lighting, set design and performance. It provides opportunities for exploration in theatre, dance and art. • The historic Camden-Carroll Library gives you access to online research tools, a Learning Technology Lab, Tutoring and Learning Center, Instructional Technology Center, and a Maker’s Space. 4
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Admission Requirements
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the lifetime earnings of high school graduates is $1.2 million on average. College graduates with a bachelor’s degree earn an average of $2.1 million over their lifetime. A college education can help you find a career and increases your earning potential, but it also needs to be affordable. MSU is one of the most affordable universities in Kentucky.
Affording College At MSU, more than 94% of our undergraduate students receive scholarships and/or financial aid. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have your results sent to MSU (use code 001976). This helps determine if you qualify for need-based financial aid, including grants, loans and federal student employment/work study. Complete the FAFSA as soon as possible beginning Oct. 1 of your senior year of high school. Our financial aid counselors are available to answer any questions and make this process as stress-free as possible. Make an appointment by emailing finaid@moreheadstate.edu or visiting www.moreheadstate.edu/affording-college.
Scholarships Your application for admission is all we need for you to apply for institutional scholarships, as well as to research and award you additional financial support. • Our merit-based scholarship program encourages some of the best and brightest students to become Eagles. • Last year, we awarded nearly $18 million to our students in scholarships and grants through institutional aid and the MSU Foundation. MSU offers a variety of scholarships based on academic excellence, financial need, geographic location, major and more. Visit www.moreheadstate.edu/scholarships for more information. 5
Complete the Undergraduate Admission & Scholarship Application and submit your $30 non-refundable application processing fee at www.moreheadstate.edu/apply. Test scores (ACT/SAT) are not required for admission to MSU. However, they are required for scholarship eligibility. Submit your scores by email to admissions@moreheadstate.edu or mail to Enrollment Services, 121 E. Second St., MSU, Morehead, KY 40351. Submit a copy of your OFFICIAL high school transcripts (must be signed and sealed from your school) to the Office of Enrollment Services. GED recipients, submit your GED scores and certificate to the Office of Enrollment Services. Don’t forget to send the results of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to MSU (FAFSA Code: 001976).
Primary institutional Scholarships Honors Scholarship
Dean’s Scholar Award
The MSU Honors Scholarship offers full tuition, on-campus housing allowance (up to the cost of the Honors Hall), $1,000 book credit at the University Store, a designated meal plan, and $1,500 for a one-time education abroad experience. Selection is based on academic achievement, including GPA, test scores, challenging coursework, leadership and service experiences, awards and recognitions, essay, a sample of work and interview. To apply, submit a completed Honors application packet, admission application, transcripts and test scores by Dec. 1. Visit www.moreheadstate.edu/honors for more information about the George M. Luckey, Jr. Academic Honors Program. Total value: Varies by year; Renewable.
The Dean’s Scholar Award offers $4,000 per year to new incoming first-year students who are Kentucky residents. Applicants must have at least a 3.25 unweighted high school GPA and a composite ACT score of 22 or higher. To apply, submit a completed admissions application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $4,000 per year; Renewable.
Diversity Opportunity Scholarship This scholarship offers full tuition to new incoming first-year students who are Kentucky residents and have an ethnic background of one of the following: Hispanic/Latino, African American, American Indian or Alaskan native, Asian, Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander. Applicants must have a composite ACT score of 18 or higher and an admission index of 500. To apply, submit a completed admissions application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores, along with a completed Diversity Scholarship application packet – by Dec. 1. For more information about our Eagle Diversity Education Center, visit www.moreheadstate.edu/edec. Total value: Annual tuition; Renewable.
Commonwealth Scholarship The Commonwealth Scholarship offers $9,000 per year to new incoming first-year students who are Kentucky residents. Applicants must have at least a 3.75 unweighted high school GPA and a composite ACT score of 28 or higher. To apply, submit a completed admission application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $9,000 per year; Renewable.
Governor’s Scholar Award/Governor’s School of the Arts/Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs Award
Black Achiever Scholarship This scholarship offers full tuition to first-year students who have completed the Black and Latino Achievers Program from Lexington, Louisville and Cincinnati, Ohio. Applicants must have a composite ACT score of 18 or higher and an admission index of 500. To apply, submit a completed admission application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores and a completed Diversity Scholarship application packet with a recommendation from the program’s senior cluster leader, and a copy of your Black Achievers Senior Scholarship packet or portfolio – by Dec. 1. Total value: Annual tuition; Renewable.
These awards offer $8,000 per year to new incoming first-year students who are alumni of the Governor’s Scholars Program (GSP), the Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA) or the Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs (GSE). Applicants must have at least a 3.5 unweighted high school GPA and a composite ACT score of 25 or higher. To apply, submit a completed admissions application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $8,000 per year; Renewable.
Alumni Scholarship
Kentucky Scholars Award
This scholarship offers $1,000 per year to any first-year student who is a child, grandchild or spouse of an active MSU alumnus. Applicants must have a composite ACT score of 18 or higher and an admission index of 500. To apply, submit a completed admission application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $1,000 per year; Renewable.
The Kentucky Scholars Award offers $7,000 per year to new incoming first-year students who are Kentucky residents. Applicants must have at least a 3.5 unweighted high school GPA and a composite ACT score of 25 or higher. To apply, submit a completed admissions application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $7,000 per year; Renewable. 6
Non-Resident Merit Scholarship - Tier 1
Reciprocity* Merit Scholarship - Tier 1
This scholarship offers $10,000 per year to non-Kentucky resident, new incoming first-year students. Applicants must have at least a 3.75 unweighted high school GPA and a composite ACT score of 28 or higher. To apply, submit a completed admission application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $10,000 per year; Renewable.
This scholarship offers $7,000 per year to non-Kentucky residents who are new incoming first-year students from a reciprocity county. Applicants must have at least a 3.75 unweighted high school GPA and a composite ACT score of 28 or higher. To apply, submit a completed admission application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $7,000 per year; Renewable.
Non-Resident Merit Scholarship - Tier 2
Reciprocity* Merit Scholarship - Tier 2
This scholarship offers $7,000 per year to non-Kentucky resident, new incoming first-year students. Applicants must have at least a 3.5 unweighted high school GPA and a composite ACT score of 24 or higher. To apply, submit a completed admission application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $7,000 per year; Renewable.
This scholarship offers $4,000 per year to non-Kentucky residents, who are new incoming first-year students from a reciprocity county. Applicants must have at least a 3.5 unweighted high school GPA and a composite ACT score of 24 or higher. To apply, submit a completed admission application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $4,000 per year; Renewable.
Non-Resident Merit Scholarship - Tier 3
Reciprocity* Merit Scholarship - Tier 3
This scholarship offers $4,500 per year to non-Kentucky resident, new incoming first-year students. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 unweighted high school GPA and a composite ACT score of 21 or higher. To apply, submit a completed admission application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $4,500 per year; Renewable.
This scholarship offers $1,500 per year to non-Kentucky residents, who are new incoming first-year students from a reciprocity county. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 unweighted high school GPA and a composite ACT score of 21 or higher. To apply, submit a completed admission application packet – including admission application, transcripts and test scores – by March 15. Total value: $1,500 per year; Renewable.
* Students residing in reciprocity counties automatically qualify for in-state tuition. Reciprocity counties in Ohio include: Adams, Athens, Brown, Gallia, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike, Scioto and Vinton. •
The total duration of renewable scholarships is eight semesters, as long as the renewal criteria is met. Criteria for renewal will be listed in the official Award letter.
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If you are receiving the Non-Resident Merit Scholarship, and are being charged instate tuition because all of your courses are ONLINE or all your courses are at one of our regional campuses, your scholarship will be reduced as follows:
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Tier 1 = $7,000; Tier 2 = $4,000; Tier 3 = $1,500.
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Some scholarships have a minimum Admission Index requirement, in addition to the minimum GPA and minimum ACT requirements. The Admission Index is calculated by multiplying the ACT composite by 10 and adding it to the GPA x 100. For example, 25 ACT x 10 (250) + 3.50 GPA x 100 (350) = 600 Admission Index.
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Undergraduate Majors and Minors KEY: A.A.: Associate of Arts A.A.S.: Associate of Applied Science B.A.: Bachelor of Arts B.B.A.: Bachelor of Business Admin. B.F.A.: Bachelor of Fine Arts B.M. Bachelor of Music B.M.E.: Bachelor of Music Edu. B.S.: Bachelor of Science B.S.N.: Bachelor of Science in Nursing B.S.W.: Bachelor of Social Work B.U.S.: Bachelor of University Studies
CAUDILL COLLEGE OF ARTS, HUMANITIES, & SOCIAL SCIENCES Art & Design Art, Area B.F.A. Art, Major B.A. Arts Entrepreneurship Minor Art History Minor Art Area Teaching, B.F.A. Art Area Teaching, B.A.
Criminology and Criminal Justice Area, B.A.
Music - Orchestral Strings Track, B.M.
Middle Grades & Secondary Education
Criminology Minor
Music - Percussion Track, B.M.
Film Studies Minor
Music - Voice Track, B.M.
Middle Grades (5-9) and LBD Area, B.A.
Gender Studies Minor
Music - Woodwind, Brasswind Track, B.M.
Middle Grades (5-9) and MSD Area, B.A.
Music Education - Keyboard Track - Instrumental
Middle Grades Education Area (5-9), B.A.
Sub-track, B.M.E.
Social Studies Area with Teacher Certification (Secondary), B.A.
Geography Minor Political Science Minor History Major, B.A. History Minor
Music Education - Keyboard Track - Vocal Sub-track, B.M.E.
Interdisciplinary Research Methods Minor
Music Education - Orchestral Strings Track, B.M.E.
Global Studies Major, B.A. Global Studies Minor
Music Education - Percussion Track, B.M.E.
Legal Studies Area, B.A. Legal Studies Major, B.A.
Music Education - Voice Track, B.M.E.
Legal Studies Minor Military Science Minor
Music Education - Woodwind & Brasswind Track, B.M.E.
Philosophy Area - Philosophy Track, B.A.
Music Teachers National Association Credential
Secondary Education Certification
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE Agricultural Sciences Agricultural Sciences Area Agribusiness Track, B.S. Agricultural Sciences Area Agriculture Education Track, B.S. Agricultural Sciences Area Agronomy Track, B.S.
Visual Communication Minor
Music Minor
Agricultural Sciences Area Animal Science Track, B.S.
Philosophy Area - Religious Studies Track, B.A.
Theatre with Teacher Certification (P-12), B.A.
Agricultural Sciences Area Equine Science Track, B.S.
School of English, Communication, Media & Languages
Philosophy Major - Religious Studies Track, B.A.
Theatre Major, B.A.
Agricultural Sciences Area General Agriculture Track, B.S.
Convergent Media Area, B.A.
Philosophy Minor
Creative Writing Major, B.F.A.
Political Science Major, B.A.
Traditional Music Studies, B.A.
Creative Writing Minor English Major, B.A.
Political Science Major Public Policy Track, B.A.
English Minor
Public History Area, B.A.
English Area with Teacher Certification (Secondary), B.A.
Public History Minor
Studio Art Minor
Philosophy Major - Philosophy Track, B.A.
French Minor
Regional Analysis & Public Policy Minor
Linguistics Minor
Religious Studies Minor
Photography Minor
Research and Analytical Skills Certificate
Public Relations & Event Planning Minor
Theatre Minor Traditional Music Studies Minor University Studies University Studies, B.U.S. University Studies, A.A.
ERNST & SARA LANEÂ VOLGENAU COLLEGE OF EDUCATION Early Childhood, Elementary & Special Education
Social Work Area, B.S.W.
Agricultural Sciences Area - Golf Course Management Track, B.S. Agricultural Sciences Area Horticulture Track, B.S. Agriculture Major, B.S. Agriculture Minor Horsemanship Minor Veterinary Science Area, B.S. Veterinary Technology, A.A.S. Veterinary Technology Area, B.S. Biology & Chemistry
Social Media Minor
Social Work Minor
Child Development Associate Program, Credential
Spanish Major, B.A.
Sociology Major, B.A.
Child Development Area, B.A.
Spanish Minor
Sociology Minor
Child Development Minor
Strategic Communication and Leadership Minor
Music, Theatre & Dance
Community Support Services Major, B.A.
Dance Minor
Community Support Services Minor
Music - Collaborative Piano Track, B.M.
Early Elementary (P-5) and LBD Area, B.A.
School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Music - Commercial Music Track, B.A.
Early Elementary (P-5) and MSD Area, B.A.
Biomedical Sciences Area 4+1 Track, B.S.
Appalachian Studies Minor
Music - General Music Track, B.A.
Early Elementary (P-5) Area, B.A.
Canadian Studies Minor
Music - Jazz Studies Track, B.M.
Chemical Dependency Counseling Minor
Music - Keyboard Track, B.M.
Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education (IECE) Area, B.A.
Chemistry Area - Biomedical Track, B.S.
Strategic Communication Area, B.A.
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Biological Sciences Area - Biology Track, B.S. Biological Sciences Area MSUTeach Track, B.S. Biological Sciences Area 4+1 Track, B.S. Biology Minor Biomedical Sciences Area, B.S.
Chemistry Major - General Chemistry Track, B.S.
Physics, Earth Science & Space Systems Engineering
Chemistry Area - MSUTeach Track, B.S.
Astrophysics Minor
Chemistry Area - Professional Chemistry Track, B.S.
Earth System Science Area Geospatial Science and Technology Track, B.S.
Kinesiology, Health, & Imaging Sciences
Earth System Science Area MSUTeach Track, B.S.
Health Promotion Area, B.A. Health Promotion Major, B.A. Health Minor Imaging Science Area - Computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance Track, B.S. Imaging Science Area Diagnostic Medical Sonography Track, B.S. Imaging Science Area Leadership in Medical Imaging Track, B.S. Radiologic Science, A.A.S. Respiratory Care, A.A.S. Mathematics Mathematics Major Actuarial Track, B.S.
Geology Minor Integrated Science Minor Physics Area - Astrophysics Track, B.S.
Mathematics Area General Track, B.S. Mathematics Major General Track, B.S. Mathematics Area MSUTeach Track, B.S. Mathematics Area – MSU Teach Computer Science Track, B.S. Mathematics Major MSUTeach Track, B.S. Mathematics Minor Statistics Calculus Track Minor Statistics Non-Calculus Track Minor Nursing Nursing - BSN Post-licensure, B.S.N. Nursing - BSN Pre-licensure, B.S.N. Nursing ADNP, A.A.S.
Engineering Technology Minor
Computer Information Systems Minor
Industrial Education Area Engineering and Technology Track, B.S.
Computer Science - Computer Science Area Advanced Topics Track, B.S.
Physics Major - Professional Physics Track, B.S.
Computer Science – Computer Science Area Computer Engineering Track, B.S.
Physics Minor Space Systems Engineering, B.S.
Neuroscience Area, B.S. Psychology Major, B.S. Psychology Major, B.A. Psychology Minor
Business Administration Business & Information Technology Education Track, B.B.A. Business Administration Information Systems Track, B.B.A. Business Administration - Finance Track, B.B.A.
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Technology Management Area Technology Systems Track, B.S.
PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM PREPARATIONS: Pre-Chiropractic
Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Computer Science - Computer Science Area Gaming Track, B.S.
Pre-Forestry
Computer Science Major, B.S.
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Engineering Pre-Law Pre-Medical Technology/ Clinical Laboratory Science Pre-Nursing Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy
Engineering Technology Area Construction Management and Civil Engineering Technology Track, B.S.
Pre-Physician Assistant
Engineering Technology - Design and Manufacturing Engineering Technology Track, A.A.S.
Pre-RN to BSN
Engineering Technology Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology Track, A.A.S.
Business Administration - General Business Track, B.B.A.
Technology Management Area Information Systems Track, B.S.
Computer Science – Computer Science Area Data Science Track, B.S.
Engineering Technology Construction Management and Civil Engineering Technology Track, A.A.S.
Business Administration Accounting Track, B.B.A.
Systems Integration Engineering Area, B.S.
Pre-Computed Tomography/ Magnetic Resonance
Engineering Management Area, B.S.
School of Business Administration
Industrial Education Area Occupation-based Career and Technical Education Track, B.S.
Computer Science - Computer Science Area Cyber Security Track, B.S.
Computer Science Minor
ELMER R. SMITH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY
Business Administration Management Track International Management Sub-track, B.B.A.
Business Studies Area, A.A.S.
Computer Gaming Minor
Physics Area - MSUTeach Track, B.S.
Psychology Area, B.S.
Engineering Technology Occupation-based Career and Technical Training Track, A.A.S.
School of Engineering & Computer Science
Physics Area - Engineering Physics (Mechanical) Track, B.S.
Mathematics Major Computational Track, B.S.
Business Administration - Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship Track, B.B.A
Sport Management Area, B.A.
Physics Area - Engineering Physics (Electrical) Track, B.S.
Psychology
Business Administration Marketing Track, B.B.A.
Marketing Minor
Physics Area - Computational Physics Track, B.S.
Engineering Technology Area Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology Track, B.S. Engineering Technology Area Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology Track, B.S.
General Business (non-business majors only) Minor
Physics Major - Applied Physics Track, B.S.
Mathematics Major Applied Statistics Track, B.S.
Mathematics Area – Data Analytics Track, B.S.
Business Administration Management Track Management Sub-track, B.B.A.
Earth System Science Area Geology Track, B.S.
Chemistry Minor
Exercise Science Area, B.S.
Business Administration Management Track - Health Care Management Sub-track, B.B.A
Pre-Podiatric Medicine Pre-Radiologic Science Pre-Respiratory Care Pre-Veterinary Medicine Pre-Veterinary Technology
Major in your passion. Learn more about the programs that interest you at www.moreheadstate.edu/academics.
Personalized Attention Professors at MSU will know you on a personal level. Thanks to our 16:1 student-faculty ratio and an average class size of 18, instructors are focused and engaged, helping you create your future.
STUDENT SUCCESS Your success is our top priority. From the faculty and staff to the programs we offer for guidance, support and student engagement, we will help you achieve your dreams. We know college can be challenging, and that’s why at MSU, we have resources organized to help you achieve your full potential.
Services and Resources From the first time you set foot on campus to the moment you cross the stage to accept your college degree – and every step in-between – MSU is invested in your success as a student. MSU provides a variety of services and resources to guide and support you through your college experience:
Professors as mentors When you become a student at MSU, you don’t just learn in the classroom. You learn by doing – by examining problems and applying the skills required for your field of study. Our Undergraduate Research Fellowships allow you to work side-by-side with faculty on creative projects or in-depth research as early as your first year on campus.
• Academic Services www.moreheadstate.edu/advising Whether you are continuing your education right after high school or returning to college after years away from the classroom, professional advisors will be there for you through your entire college experience. You will be assigned a full-time advisor to help you level up by taking the right courses to help you develop the skills you need. You also will receive more specialized attention through advisors in your academic area. • Office of Career Services www.moreheadstate.edu/career Learn vital skills before you enter the job market like building your resume, professionalism, networking and preparing for job interviews. MSU Career Services can help you gain valuable experience through internships and co-ops. Career Services assists students preparing to enter the job market, and after you graduate, it will be a lifetime resource for your career advancement.
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“Morehead State University stood out to me because it offered great programs on a smaller campus. I knew that I wanted a studentfocused education with smaller class sizes and Morehead State University provides just that.” Connor Tilford toured three other state institutions before being won over by MSU’s welcoming atmosphere, attentive staff and caring faculty. The native of Paducah, Kentucky, is majoring in business management while making campus connections and relationships through his involvement in the Student Government Association and as a member of Delta Tau Delta.
• Eagle Diversity Education Center www.moreheadstate.edu/edec The Eagle Diversity Education Center aims to create a welcoming and inclusive academic environment embracing minority culture while providing a sense of community. Services and programming enhance academic and social connections while fostering positive collaboration and communication across campus. • Office of First Year Programs www.moreheadstate.edu/firstyear MSU wants your first year of college to be an amazing one. Student Orientation Advising and Registration (SOAR) lets you explore educational opportunities, register for classes early and be prepared for when you arrive in the fall. New Student Days delivers fun and informational activities to get you ready for your first day of classes. Also, the First Year Seminar is a course designed to prepare you for the expectations of academic life. • Tutoring & Learning Center www.moreheadstate.edu/tutoring MSU offers cost-free assistance with your studies through the University’s Tutoring & Learning Center. Student tutors provide convenient assistance, whether you are struggling with a specific assignment, a challenging course or need tips on effective studying or test preparation. 11
What is “ADUC”? The Adron Doran University Center (we call it ADUC) is the hub of student life. ADUC was recently renovated to offer more space, services and options for you. ADUC offers: • Offices for student services including Campus Activities Board, Disability Services, Eagle Diversity Education Center, First Year Programs, Student Affairs, Student Government Association and more. • Approximately 200,000 squarefeet of space for dining, meetings, space to gather and relax, and more. • A 100-seat theater for special events. • A ballroom that seats 600 people. • Dining options like Starbucks, Prefontaine (sports-themed restaurant), Which Wich, Moe’s, Steak n Shake, Chickfil-A and more!
Life at MSU We know there’s more to the college experience than what happens in the classroom. The campus community promotes a welcoming, comfortable and safe environment – one where you can find your best friends, make incredible memories and learn a lot about yourself. Life at MSU is like having a second home with opportunities to explore new ideas and activities. Not many universities can claim to have a lake on campus just a short walk away from the nationally ranked Recreation and Wellness Center. Combine that with the appeal of the city of Morehead, and you’ll be glad you became an Eagle. Our beautiful campus is in the city of Morehead, a place big on smalltown charm that has local restaurants, boutiques, bookstores, coffee shops and other businesses within walking distance. A short drive from campus, and you’ll find shopping centers, grocery stores and restaurants – and Cave Run Lake, a great place to hike, bike and swim.
Living on Campus Living on campus helps you become part of the MSU community and can help you develop a sense of independence. With your fellow Eagles on campus, there’s always the opportunity for friendly interaction or a shared experience. Morehead State offers a variety of housing styles, from our traditional residence halls and apartments to suite-style rooms located in our newest residence hall, Andrews Hall. Many of our residence halls are recently renovated, and all are alcohol- and tobacco-free with the following features: • Cable TV • Cooking areas • Free laundry facilities • Vending machines • Wi-Fi internet access
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Dining We strive to provide great dining options that will satisfy every appetite. Our goal every day is to offer nutritious, exciting and delicious food served in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. You have enough on your plate with class, work and your social life, so leave what goes on your ACTUAL plate to us. You can use your meal plan to eat at ADUC with dining options like Starbucks, Prefontaine, Which Wich, Moe’s, Steak n Shake, Chick-fil-A and more. You can also use your meal plan at the Rocky Adkins Dining Commons, known as “The ROCK,” featuring all-you-care-to-eat options and exhibition cooking. If you decide to venture off campus, select area restaurants accept BeakerBucks.
SAFETY MSU fosters an environment dedicated to the safety of our students and is consistently ranked among the safest campuses in the Commonwealth and the nation. The MSU Police Department is available 24 hours a day and offers additional security through the LiveSafe app and Eagle Alerts – safety and weather notifications by text message and email. While the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in many significant changes to colleges and universities, Morehead State University is meeting the challenge to ensure your college experience is as safe as possible. MSU was named a Tier 1 institution for its COVID-19 response by Education To Career (ETC) for its ability to deliver a quality education under any conceivable scenario, including in-classroom, online and a hybrid format that includes both forms of instruction. 13
Getting Involved What you do outside the classroom enhances your hard work in the classroom. From student organizations to special events and performances, you will have lots of opportunities to engage with your fellow Eagles. We have more than 100 student clubs and organizations. Our Campus Activities Board (CAB) and other student organizations plan annual events like Family Weekend and our Homecoming celebration, along with performances, guest speakers and community service opportunities held throughout the year. Learn more about opportunities to connect and engage at www.moreheadstate.edu/activities.
“I chose MSU because it provided the support I needed. As a first-generation college student, I needed people to support me in my transition to college. Whether it was financial, academic or personal support, MSU provided exactly what I needed.” Lori Dobson came to Morehead State from Louisville, Kentucky, in order to acquire the knowledge, skills and experience to impact young lives, earning a bachelor’s in social work while being a participant in the Public Child Welfare Certification Program. She made an impact on campus life outside of the classroom as a member of the Student Alumni Ambassadors, a resident advisor and as an officer with MSU’s Student Government Association.
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Staying Healthy You can be active and stay fit at our award-winning Recreation and Wellness Center (also known as The Rec). College Consensus named The Rec one of the top 50 campus rec centers in the U.S. – the only one in Kentucky included in the list. In addition to serving as the epicenter for MSU’s intramural leagues, The Rec features: • Cardio machines and • Free weights and Hammer • Swimming pool with running track. Strength machines. whirlpool. • Free group fitness classes for students.
• Rogue barbells and kettlebells.
• Three basketball courts. • Two racquetball courts.
MSU’s Counseling and Health Services (CHS) provides medical and mental health care for students. For more information, call 606-783-2123 or visit www.moreheadstate.edu/chs.
Outdoor Recreation If you like to walk, hike, bike, kayak, fish or take in the scenery, Eagle Lake is on our campus, surrounded by the Daniel Boone National Forest, and Cave Run Lake is just a short drive away. You can also sign up for outdoor trips, survival skills and other workshops, rent camping and hiking equipment, or kayaks and paddleboards through Outdoor Adventures (located in The Rec).
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So ... just who or what is Beaker? You might find him at any number of MSU functions … and he’s a real hit with the students. That would be none other than our very enthusiastic mascot, Beaker. Beaker was born into the Eagle family in 1993, and he soon became an integral part of the atmosphere at MSU home sporting events. During games, you can find Beaker chatting with the fans, doing the chicken dance with his buddies or even waiting in line for some delicious hand-dipped ice cream. Away from the court, Beaker is proud to make appearances at school and community events.
“I came here because it was smaller so I could focus on my academics. Unlike big schools, you can be one-on-one with the teacher to get the help you need to get the grade you desire in your class.” Kaelin Yi grew up in Huntsville, Alabama, and turned down opportunities at the state’s larger public universities to pursue his goals at Morehead State. A graduate of Marion Military Institute, he currently holds the military rank of Second Lieutenant while pursuing degrees in health promotion and university studies.
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Eagle Athletics (NCAA Division I)
Men’s sports
At MSU, we have a proud, championship tradition in athletics.
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Track and Field
We play to win – on and off the field. MSU student-athletes compete for the best academic success and athletic accomplishments. Eagle student-athletes have won the prestigious OVC Institutional Academic Excellence Award 12 times, and our teams finish among leaders in their conference and nationwide. MSU provides our student-athletes with exceptional academic resources like our Eagle Athletics Guided Learning & Enhancement (EAGLE) Center. This 7,000 square-foot facility features Wi-Fi internet access, computer stations and areas for both private and group study. As a student, you get to see our student-athletes from all of our athletic programs play for free with your EagleCard.
Cheerleading Our Morehead State cheerleaders are champions – among the best cheerleading squads in the nation. They compete at the Universal Cheerleading Association college cheerleading championships in Orlando, Florida, and have walked away with 45 national titles. If you want to be part of a winning tradition and join our all-women or coed squads, tryouts are held in the spring. You can also audition for our dance team, which performs at several of our home athletic events.
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Women’s sports Basketball Beach Volleyball Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Track and Field Volleyball
CoEd sports Rifle
Spirit Squads Cheerleading Dance Team
Visit Now that you have a glimpse of how incredible it is to be an Eagle, we would love for you to get a real sense of the authentic MSU experience by visiting campus and seeing for yourself. Whether you come alone or bring along family and friends, a visit to MSU lets you: • Meet with caring staff who guide you through admissions and financial aid meetings. • Take a tour of campus with an Eagle Guide. • Speak with engaging, experienced professors in your program of interest. • Talk with a current student to get a sense of college life at MSU. MSU offers campus tours throughout the year, Monday through Friday. Please schedule at least two weeks in advance so we can personalize your visit. Schedule your visit at www.moreheadstate.edu/visit or call 800-585-6781. We know it’s not always possible to come to campus. We want to connect with you and answer your questions no matter where you are. Check out our virtual opportunities to experience the #EagleNation at www.moreheadstate.edu/virtualvisit, or visit www.moreheadstate.edu/admissiontalk to schedule an appointment with your admissions counselor.
Ready to become an Eagle? Apply online at www.moreheadstate.edu/admissions.
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