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MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY

Picture your future. Broaden the vision. Expand it. See it clearly.With Morehead State University,

it really can be so much more. More compelling.More fulfi lling. More invigorating.More gratifying. More inspiring.You. Morehead State. Your future.

Academics ................................... 2-3Student Life ................................. 4-5Athletics ...................................... 6-7Financial Aid ............................... 8-9Success .................................... 10-11Admissions ....................................12

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Much More FocusYou benefi t from a 17:1 student-faculty ratio and an average class size of 19. What’s that mean for you? You get the focused attention you deserve. Cliché yes, but true: You’re a name; not a number.

COMPELLINGMOREAcademicsYou’re ambitious. But you know this about yourself: You thrive in an environment where the focus is on you and your success. You want an engaging, full college experience. One in which your professors actually know you—and are there for you when you need them. At Morehead State, we create an environment where interaction between you and your professors happens easily, effortlessly. Where you have opportunities to learn by doing. To work one-on-one with top faculty on research—and even get paid to do so. Where you discover even more when you’re helping others through service-learning activities, such as an alternative spring break in places like Gulfport, Miss. and Louisville, Ky.

Learn more at www.moreheadstate.edu/academics

“I considered attending another school, but Morehead State had a higher acceptance rate into veterinary school. We also have the Derrickson Agricultural Complex, which is over 300 acres, so we get a lot of hands-on experience. Our teachers motivate us to do our best. If we have a problem, they try to help us. They encourage us every day.”

Megan KingmanPre-Veterinary Grant County, Ky.

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Learn more at www.moreheadstate.edu/academics

Even More• Morehead State has been named one of

the top public universities in the South for seven consecutive years.

• The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has recognized us as an Institution of Community Engagement, an award given to less than 100 schools nationally.

• Through our Computer Lease Program, you can lease a laptop with tablet technology—or a MacBook—and spread the cost over four years.

• Our computer labs have the state’s best computer-student ratio.

• We have regional campuses in Ashland, Jackson, Mount Sterling, Prestonsburg, and West Liberty, as well as several eastern Kentucky locations.

• MSU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SACS).

Morehead State offers 76 undergraduate degree programs, including eight associate degrees and 12 pre-professional programs. See our full list on the back cover of this publication.

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Warm. Friendly. Down-to-earth. That’s how people describe Morehead State. You’ll feel it in your classrooms. You’ll feel it in the residence halls. You’ll feel it all throughout campus. It’s cultivated in our clubs and organizations and the activities we offer. And it spills out into the city of Morehead and Rowan County. If you’re from this area, you know what we mean. If you’re not, just come for a visit. You’ll understand once you step foot on campus. An added benefi t: We’re located in the foothills of the Daniel Boone National Forest—a gorgeous place for you to backpack, camp, picnic, boat, hunt, fi sh, or relax.

Much More than a RoomAn ideal way to meet new people and get involved at Morehead State is to live in our residence halls. We offer a variety of housing styles, from our traditional residence halls to suites and apartments. Our halls are tobacco-and alcohol-free and include high-speed Internet access, cable TV, and cooking, vending, and laundry facilities.

Much More than FoodSure, you might miss home cooking, but you certainly won’t be hungry at Morehead State. You can use your meal plan to eat at Alumni Tower or at the Adron Doran University Center (we call it “ADUC”)—the heart of our community. On the second fl oor is the Market Place where you’ll fi nd some of your favorite places to grab a quick bite—from Chick-fi l-A to Taco Bell. You can grab Chinese food from Jump, a salad from Croutons, or some great deli sandwiches and wraps from Paos. Need a caffeine boost? Starbucks is right on campus. BeakerBucks are accepted at selected restaurants in the area.

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Much More to DoWe have so many ways to get involved we even had to create a “Guide to Campus Involvement.” Plain and simple, boredom isn’t an option at Morehead State. We offer more than 100 student clubs and organizations—from departmental clubs to sports clubs, service and honor groups to religious and social organizations. You can contribute to our art and literary journal. Get involved with Morehead State Public Radio or MSU Television. Join ROTC or our Student Government Association. Write for our weekly student-led newspaper. Sing in the choir. Join the marching band. Thanks to organizations like our Student Programming Board, you’ll enjoy:

• Block Party—held during Welcome Weekend, the fi rst weekend before fall semester starts

• Ice Cream Social—a long-standing tradition, held on Sunday during welcome weekend

• Comedians—they’ll visit throughout the year to help relieve the stress of your studies with a good laugh

• Homecoming—from concerts to cookouts, these events are usually held in October

• Dance Marathon—to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network

• Concerts—from Chamillionaire to Emerson Drive, Blessid Union of Souls to Dashboard Confessional

Even More• Our campus is ranked among the safest in the

nation

• Morehead State offers 24 intramural sports activities

• 15 percent of our student body participates in Greek life

• We own Eagle Trace, a par-72 golf course

• Morehead State is committed to a culture of diversity and inclusiveness

• Our new LEED-certifi ed Recreation Center will house exercise facilities, a climbing wall, basketball courts, a competition-size swimming pool—with a vortex and zip line—a sun deck, and an outdoor sports fi eld

“I think Morehead State offers the perfect location for a college student because you’re not right in the city so you can’t get distracted as much. And still, there’s a lot to do in Morehead. We’re also just an hour from Lexington and Huntington.”

Mackenzie BentleyPre-DentistryPikeville, Ky.

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Learn more at www.moreheadstate.edu/studentlife

Men’s Varsity Teams• Baseball• Basketball• Cross Country• Football• Golf• Rifl e • Tennis• Track (outdoor)

Women’s Varsity Teams• Basketball• Cross Country• Golf• Rifl e• Soccer• Softball• Tennis• Track (outdoor)• Volleyball

Intramural Sports• Badminton• Basketball• Beach volleyball• Bowling • Corn toss• Dodgeball• Golf • Racquetball• Swimming• Soccer (indoor)• Softball • Tennis• Table tennis• Tug-of-war• Ultimate Frisbee• Volleyball• Wallyball• Wiffl eball

Even MoreYour EagleCard allows you to attend all home MSU athletic events—FREE!

More IntramuralsIf you love to compete, but don’t want to do it at the varsity level, our intramural program offers you just that opportunity. You can grow in your leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills while having fun and making new friends. Beyond our individual and team sports, we also have a number of trip-related activities, like snow skiing and horseback riding.

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At Morehead State, we don’t take competition lightly. Our Eagles are charter members of the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC), which competes at the Division I level in all sports except football (I-AA level in the Pioneer Football League). Our men’s basketball team won the 2009 OVC tournament, propelling them into the NCAA tournament. In recent years, our women’s soccer team and an individual rifl e athlete also made it to the NCAA tournament in their respective sports. Our baseball team has won seven OVC titles and our women’s volleyball team has fi ve titles. We’re especially proud of this: When it comes to academic excellence, our teams fi nish among the leaders in the conference—and in the nation. We’ve won the prestigious OVC Institutional Academic Achievement Award 10 times.

More FacilitiesWe believe in providing our student-athletes with exceptional facilities, from our Academic-Athletic Center to University Field to Sadler Courts. Our football and soccer teams play on Jacobs Field, which features state-of-the-art “Astroturf Game Day Grass.”

More than CheeringOur national champion cheerleaders are truly something to cheer about. They compete at the Universal Cheerleaders Association college cheerleading championships in Orlando, Fla., and have taken home 28 national titles! Think you have what it takes to be part of our all-women’s or coed squads? Tryouts are held in the spring. Interested in dance? Morehead has a dance team that performs at our home football and men’s basketball games.

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“Morehead is just the right size. It fi ts me. I’ve made friends really easily here. I don’t have a lot of down time because of football, but when I do, I like to hang out with friends or play basketball in the gym. There’s always some place to work out. There’s a lot to do here.”

JD CecilSports ManagementColumbus, Ohio

Interested in becoming an Eagle student-athlete?

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From an affordability standpoint, Morehead State offers you an ideal choice: A full college experience in an environment that feels more like a small school than a large university. We’re committed to providing a quality education—one that also happens to be affordable. In fact, more than 80 percent of our students receive some type of fi nancial aid.

Getting StartedYour best fi rst step is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The results of the FAFSA, along with the cost of education, will help us determine whether you qualify for need-based fi nancial aid, such as grants, loans, and federal student employment/work study.

Applying for ScholarshipsIf you have demonstrated scholastic excellence and leadership, you may qualify for our Academic Achievement scholarships. These are not based on your fi nancial need and most are automatically given consideration based on your application, submitted transcript, and test scores. Learn more about the scholarships available to you by checking out our Scholarship Guide at www.moreheadstate.edu/scholarships.

Get Much More from KEESThanks to our new Eagle Excellence Award, if you’re a fi rst-year student from Kentucky, you have the opportunity to double your Kentucky Education Excellence Scholarship (KEES) monies.

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“Morehead is the only school I applied to. It’s where I wanted to go. Most of my tuition is covered, but I feel like, even if that wasn’t the case, this is still one of the best schools for the money.”

Cameron DunnRadiologyCampton, Ky.

Learn more at www.moreheadstate.edu/fi naid

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Even MoreApplying for fi nancial aid can be confusing and overwhelming. Our fi nancial aid offi ce is here to make this process as smooth as possible. Questions? Contact us at fi naid@moreheadstate.edu or (606) 783-2000 or (800) 585-6781.

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Much More Affordable• Our Eagle Access Scholarship ensures students with

the greatest economic needs attend MSU at no cost

• Our MSU Foundation awards students approximately 375 scholarships, valued at nearly $520,000

• Our merit-based scholarship program attracts some of Kentucky’s best and brightest students

“Attending Morehead State University is one of the best decisions I have ever made. My professors, advisors, mentors, and work-study supervisors made such a huge impact on me. Being involved in various activities and organizations gave me hands-on experience and made me more marketable after graduation. If I had attended a bigger school, I wouldn’t have had those opportunities. Every day I use the knowledge, skills, and experiences I gained at MSU. My MSU experience is one I will treasure forever.”

Allison Stanley Goble ’10CommunicationsAshland, Ky.

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When you graduate from Morehead State University, you instantly join an impressive community of alumni. Since our beginning, we’ve awarded more than 55,000 degrees to men and women just like you who have gone out into the world, taking with them not just a piece of paper, but a dynamic education that prepared them to succeed on every level. They show their support in a lot of ways, including monetarily. Private donations to Morehead State through the MSU Foundation average $3 million annually—money that directly impacts our students!

More than Just a DegreeOur graduates are accepted into professional schools—from medical to dental, veterinary to law—at rates well above state and national averages. They have attended:

More than Just a GraduateOur former students include:• Medical experts—like Dr. John Gearhart, director of pediatric urology at Johns Hopkins

Children’s Center and the inaugural recipient of The Robert D. Jeffs Professorship in Pediatric Urology

• Professional athletes—like Phil Simms, former Super Bowl MVP quarterback; Kelly Kulick, who, in 2010, became the fi rst ever female winner of a regular PBA Tour event; and Brian Shimer, Olympic bobsledder and coach

• Politicians—like Regena Thomas, former Secretary of State of New Jersey and political consultant; Nelson Allen, former state senator; and Rocky Adkins, Kentucky House of Representatives majority leader

• Radio broadcasters—like Steve Inskeep, host of NPR Morning Edition

• Writers—like Chris Offutt, who was named one of the 20 “Best of Young American Novelists” in 1996 by the literary magazine Granta

• TV personalities—like Chuck Woolery, the original host of Wheel of Fortune

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• Auburn University

• Ohio State University

• Rice University

• University of Cincinnati

• University of Kentucky

• University of Louisville

If you’re looking for a full college educational experience—at a university that feels like a small private college, we invite you to apply to Morehead State University. To apply, please submit:

• Undergraduate Admission and Scholarship Application

• Offi cial ACT or SAT score

• Offi cial high school transcript

• $30 nonrefundable application fee

Much More to SeeWords and photos can tell you only so much about Morehead State. The best way to fi nd out if MSU is for you is to visit. Feel free to visit on your own—or bring your family along. Tours are offered throughout the week, year-round. For more information, visit www.moreheadstate.edu/visit.

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Learn more at www.moreheadstate.edu/futurestudents

or e-mail us at admissions@moreheadstate.edu

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More FactsFounded: 1887 as Morehead Normal School

Type: Public, coeducational

Located: Morehead, Kentucky, with regional campuses in Ashland, Jackson, Mount Sterling, Prestonsburg, and West Liberty

Enrollment: About 9,000 students from 100 Kentucky counties, 45 states, and 36 nations

Programs: Nearly 80 available in two-year, four-year, and graduate levels

Student/faculty ratio: 17:1

Average class size: 19

Faculty: Two-thirds hold doctoral degrees

Activities: More than 100 student clubs and organizations

Athletics: 17 intercollegiate men’s and women’s teams; charter member of Ohio Valley Conference, Division I; football competes in the Pioneer Football League

Mascot: Eagle (a.k.a. Beaker)

Colors: Blue and gold

Alumni: More than 55,000

More about Our StudentsMorehead State University is home to about 9,000 students. They represent:• 100 Kentucky counties• 45 states• 36 countries

Morehead State UniversityOFFICE OF ENROLLMENT SERVICES100 Admissions CenterMorehead, KY 40351800-585-6781 | www.moreheadstate.edu

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity, educational institution.

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