Murray, KY · Highland Heights, KY · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Murray State University | Northern Kentucky University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 85.7% | 67.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $9,900 | $11,088 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $19,836 | $21,912 |
| Average Net Price | $10,182 | $9,211 |
| Graduation Rate | 61.0% | 52.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 10,020 | 15,347 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 17 | 19 |
GradFax Analysis
Murray State University accepts 85.7% of applicants. Northern Kentucky University accepts 67.6%. Tuition is close: $9,900 at Murray State University, $11,088 at Northern Kentucky University. Murray State University graduates 61% of students in 6 years. Northern Kentucky University graduates 52%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Northern Kentucky University. It accepts 67.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Northern Kentucky University, on average. After aid, students pay $9,211/year versus $10,182/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Murray State University: 61% of students finish in 6 years. Northern Kentucky University is at 52%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.