U.S. News & World Report ranks Murray State University among 2024-2025 Best Graduate Schools

 

MURRAY, Ky. – Murray State University has recently been ranked among the 2024-2025 Best Graduate Schools for six programs: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), as well as the Nurse Anesthesia option within the DNP, Master of Arts in English, and Master of Public Administration (MPA), Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) and Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology by U.S. News & World Report.

These recognitions are added to Murray State’s ranking last fall as one of the top schools in the country in multiple categories, marking the institution’s 33rd consecutive year of top-tier rankings by the reputable college guide.

Designed for prospective students looking to further their education beyond college, the Best Graduate Schools rankings evaluate programs in a variety of disciplines including business, education, engineering, law, medicine and nursing.

By collecting graduate school data annually, U.S. News is able to present the most current figures on enrollment, job placement, faculty and other critical quality indicators that help prospective students make informed decisions.

“Murray State University has, for over three decades, been in the U.S. News Rankings as a Top Tier university,” said Dr. Tim Todd, Murray State University Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. “A huge part of what makes us a Top Tier university rotates around the excellent faculty and staff who create outstanding academic programs to engage students, leading to very successful careers and quality of life. A strong university is made up of tremendous faculty and staff with a focused mindset of educating students. These graduate programs are a shining example of what makes Murray State University a very special place.” 

The Doctor of Nursing Practice at Murray State is a clinical doctoral degree program in nursing designed for nurses seeking a terminal degree in nursing practice and offers an alternative to research-focused doctoral programs. Graduates of the DNP program will be able to serve as leaders who use best practices as advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) at individual, population and organizational levels. Learn more at murraystate.edu/nursing. 

"The School of Nursing and Health Professions offers quality healthcare educational programs,” said Dr. Dina Byers, dean of the school. “The expertise of the faculty is translated into the classroom, clinical and lab settings. These rankings are evidence of our strong programs and commitment to providing quality, affordable education." 

The MPA program at Murray State provides education and training for professional careers in government agencies and non-profit organizations. The program prepares students who are seeking a career in public service or to enhance the careers of those already employed in the public sector. Learn more at murraystate.edu/mpa.

Murray State’s Master of Arts in English prepares graduates for careers in education, law, marketing, finance, medicine, business, public health, philanthropy and the arts, just to name a few. Learn more at murraystate.edu/english.

The Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program at Murray State offers a unique curriculum designed to introduce students to the profession of occupational therapy through current research, clinical experiences and interprofessional collaboration with other health care professionals. The MSOT program is a 24-month continuous, year-round curriculum that strengthens critical inquiry, cultural competence and patient care skills through didactic and clinical education. Learn more at murraystate.edu/occupationaltherapy.

Murray State’s Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program can be completed full-time in five semesters. Graduate students participate in traditional lecture and seminar courses as well as clinical practicum. Graduate courses are aimed at directing the student's learning, exploration of the discipline‘s literature and development of the knowledge and clinical skills necessary for professional competence. Learn more at murraystate.edu/slp.

Murray State offers 148 academic programs within six diverse colleges and schools for undergraduate and graduate students seeking to achieve their personal and professional goals. With personalized class sizes and more than 170 student organizations on campus, Racers discover countless opportunities for a life-changing educational experience.

Prospective graduate students interested in joining the Racer Family can learn more, schedule a campus visit and apply for admission at murraystate.edu/graduate.