Financial Aid

Financial Aid at Murray State University

At Murray State University, we believe that no one should be denied an education because of financial need. That's why we work hard to provide a host of financial opportunities such as grants, loans, part-time employment, and scholarships.

The mission of the Office of Financial Aid is to offer opportunities for students to gain access to higher education through financial assistance from federal, state, and institutional aid. Our office strives to provide the highest quality of service while awarding all possible financial assistance and  supporting the University’s recruitment, enrollment, and retention efforts to enable students the ability to achieve their desired educational goals.

Important reminders

• Students are encouraged to sign up for direct deposit in order to receive refund checks in a timely manner. Direct deposit sign up is available on the "Money" tab in myGate.
• Students will be allowed to charge books to their student account at the Murray State University Bookstore.
• Students who live off campus may email the Bursar at msu.bursar@murraystate.edu for an official letter which can be provided to landlords documenting the changes in the availability of refund checks.

Disbursements

Federal/state aid and scholarship payments to eligible students’ accounts will begin after the drop/add period, which is after the 5^th day of classes.

FAFSA requirements

In order for institutional scholarships or discounts to pay to undergraduate students’ accounts, they must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

If you have additional questions, please contact us at msu.sfa@murraystate.edu.

Student Consumer information

Student Consumer Information