(MURRAY, Ky.) – Murray State University will welcome prospective students and their families to campus on Saturday, Nov. 15, for its Racer Day event, offering an in-depth look at the university’s academic programs, campus life and admissions process.
The open-house style event, which begins at 8 a.m., will feature information sessions covering key topics including recruitment and admissions, financial aid and scholarships, and campus housing. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet with representatives from their academic areas of interest and participate in guided campus tours.
High school students planning to attend are encouraged to bring official transcripts and test scores, as they will be able to complete the on-site admission process during the event.
Registration for the free event is available at murraystate.edu/racerdays. Additional information can be obtained by emailing msu.newstudentprograms@murraystate.edu or calling 270-809-2896.
Recognition and Rankings
Murray State continues to earn national recognition for academic quality and affordability. U.S. News & World Report has ranked the institution among the top universities in the country for the 35th consecutive year, while multiple publications have honored the university for providing exceptional value:
- Washington Monthly named Murray State a “Best Bang for the Buck” institution
- The Wall Street Journal included the university in its “Best Colleges in the United States”
- Niche recognized Murray State among the “Best Colleges in Kentucky”
- Colleges of Distinction listed the university in its “Best Colleges” rankings
The university has also earned membership in the FirstGen Forward Network and achieved silver status as a Military Friendly school.
Fall 2026 Admissions
Applications for the fall 2026 semester and the 2026-27 academic year are now being accepted at admissions.murraystate.edu. Prospective students can schedule campus visits by contacting the office of recruitment at 270-809-2896 or msu.recruitment@murraystate.edu.
