The Graduate School
Move forward with a graduate degree
An advanced degree is an investment in your educational and professional development that can aid in the achievement of your career goals. Whether you are hoping to make a career change or advance further within your current industry, Murray State University will help you grow. In addition to supporting your employment aspirations, our graduate programs will contribute to your ongoing personal development with various available enrichment opportunities within our community.
Options to help you succeed
We offer a number of program options, including master's, specialist, doctoral degrees, endorsements and certifications.
Choose from online, low-residency programs and classroom experience options to earn your degree.

Earn your graduate degree
Take some time to explore all of the exciting opportunities that Murray State has to offer for completing your advanced degree. If you have already decided you would like to join the thousands of other applicants who have made Murray State their choice, please follow the links on this page to choose a graduate program, review the graduate admission checklist, discover financial aid opportunities, and register for classes. We are excited about your interest in Murray State!
Are you ready to take the next step?
Murray State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges Commissions on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, specialist, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questions about the accreditation of Murray State University.