by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 8,618 undergraduates in 2020, Morehead State University is a public university located in Morehead, Kentucky. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Should you tire of the campus however, Morehead State University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Morehead State University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Morehead State University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
Individuals with disabilities make up 5.0% of the student population at Morehead State University. For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Morehead State University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Morehead State University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs and there is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information, check out our Morehead State University for Veterans Guide.
Morehead State University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
There were 8,618 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 5,299 (61.5%). Part-time attendance was 3,319 (38.5%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 5,299 | 3,319 | 8,618 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Morehead State University is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Morehead State University #2279 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Morehead State University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Morehead State University Diversity Guide.
Morehead State University has a total of 325 student athletes, 199 men and 126 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $8,485,612 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $8,485,612 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Morehead State University Athletics