in Murray, Kentucky USAwww.murraystate.edu/international

Murray State University, located in Kentucky, is a public university that is home to more than 10,800

students from the United States and around the world. Since the university’s founding in 1922, Murray State has attracted students who are seeking an excellent education in a place that feels like home — a place with opportunities to explore.

Nationally Ranked Murray State University has earned high rankings for being one of America’s

top quality universities. U.S.News &World Report and Forbes magazine consistently rank Murray State at the top for its academic excellence and affordability.

Strong AcademicsMurray State’s 118 master’s and bachelor’s programs are fully accredited and have experienced professors who prepare students for success after graduation. With a student to teacher ratio of 15:1, education at MSU is personalized. Nearly 85 percent of Murray’s professors currently hold the highest degrees available in their fields. And, MSU’s strong commitment to student support services ensures that you will get the most from your studies at Murray State.

Housing and Residential Colleges

Each student at Murray State belongs to one of eight residential colleges. A residential college is more than where you live, it’s a small, faculty-led learning community of students where getting involved is easy. Each residential college has its own intramural sports teams, activities and traditions. Additionally, College Courts offers one– and two-bedroom apartments on campus for graduate students and students with families.

Student Life and CampusInternational students at Murray State University enjoy a safe campus atmosphere and participate in a variety of campus activities, clubs and sports. Over 150 organizations and numerous events give international students the ability to learn from each other and experience the best of college life in the United States.

A special placeBoth the city of Murray and the Murray State campus are warm and welcoming. In fact, in 2012 Murray was named the “Friendliest Small Town in America” by Rand McNally and USA Today. Before you know it, you’ll find yourself fitting right in, making friends and getting involved in campus life.

Murray State has a rich history and a variety of unique traditions. Whether you are participating in Racer

AthleticsMurray State University has a long tradition of school spirit and camaraderie through sports. As an international student, you will enjoy playing or watching the exciting competition. The university has a number of Division I sports teams and modern athletic facilities for both men and women.

These include:> Men: basketball, baseball, football, golf, cross

country, rifle, tennis> Women: basketball, cross country, golf, rifle,

soccer, softball, tennis, track and field and volleyball

Week at the beginning of your school year here, taking a part in All-Campus Sing in April or serving your favorite dish at the International Bazaar, you will become a part of Murray State and MSU will become a part of you.

The Murray State campus is a great place to be with the family-like atmosphere of the campus dining facilities, the convenience of an on-campus health clinic and 24-hour security through the Public Safety department. You can rest easy knowing that Murray State has been designated as an International Safe Community — one of only three universities in the world to receive this honor.

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English as a Second Language Program (ESL)

Murray State University’s English as a Second Language Program is a university based,

professionally administered intensive English program preparing international students for undergraduate and graduate studies. The program offers 20+ hours of instruction per week at six proficiency levels. Students benefit from small class sizes and

participate in activities outside the classroom such as the Conversation Partners program and trips to nearby attractions.

Murray and the RegionMurray has a low cost of living and is home to many shops and restaurants that are easily accessible from Murray State’s campus. The community prides itself on being a welcoming and safe city for international students.

International students will enjoy the beauty of nearby Land Between the Lakes national park, offering abundant outdoor activities for students looking to take a break from their studies. In addition, Murray is within easy driving distance of Nashville, Tennessee, and St. Louis, Missouri.

English Program – 8 Weeks (1 Level)

Tuition and Fees $ 1,883

Room $ 1,144

Meal Plan $ 834

Books and Supplies $ 150

Insurance $ 144

TOTAL $4,155

There are five eight-week terms offered through the year — January, March, June, August and October. Conditional Admission to university programs is available through the ESL program. After successfully completing the ESL program and meeting the requirements of the degree program, students will be unconditionally admitted to the degree program of their choice. http://www.murraystate.edu/esl

Apply online now atwww.murraystate.edu/international

Undergraduate Students

> Complete Application> Application Fee $50> High School Transcripts> TOEFL 71 with no section below 16 OR IELTS 6 with no section below 5> Copy of passport> SAT/ACT not required> Proof of financial support OR Letter of financial guarantee

Graduate Students

> Complete Application*> Application Fee $50> University transcripts> TOEFL 71 with no section below 16*

OR IELTS 6 with no section below 5*> Copy of passport> GRE/GMAT required for certain

programs> Proof of financial support OR Letter of financial guarantee *Many graduate academic programs set standards for English proficiency requirements higher than the minimums listed above. Students must meet the specific language requirement of their respective program.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Students

> Complete Application> Application Fee $50> High school or university transcripts> Copy of passport> Proof of financial support OR Letter of financial guarantee

How to Apply

Tuition and Scholarships Living Expenses*

International Leadership Scholarships are merit-based and are available for outstanding international students who demonstrate leadership abilities through community service experience, volunteering and extracurricular activities. Scholarships are awarded for four years of undergraduate study or two years of graduate study.

> Undergraduate: approximately $7,500 per year > Graduate: approximately $9,300 per year International ESL Scholarships are available to undergraduate or graduate international students who have taken at least one term of ESL at Murray State prior to their degree program study.

> Undergraduate: Total of $4,000 ($500/semester for a maximum of eight semesters of full-time enrollment in a degree program).

> Graduate: Total of $2,000 ($500/semester for a maximum of four semesters of full-time enrollment in a degree program).

For more information about scholarships, please visit www.murraystate.edu/international or email msu.intl@murraystate.edu

UNdERGRAdUATE (Bachelor’s)

Tuition and Fees* $15,112

GRAdUATE (Master’s)

Tuition and Fees* $17,724

Room $ 4,576

Meal Plan $ 3,336

Books and Supplies $ 1,000

Personal Expenses $ 2,000* Includes Global Outreach Tuition Waiver of $5,000 per year for undergraduates and $6,000 per year for graduate students.

*Estimated per year

Undergraduate Areas of Study

Accounting Advertising Agribusiness Agricultural Education Agricultural Systems TechnologyAgriscience TechnologyAgronomyAnimal/Equine ScienceApplied MathematicsApplied PhysicsArchitectural Engineering TechnologyArt (Studio Art/Art History)Art EducationBiochemistryBiologyBiomedical ScienceBusiness AdministrationBusiness and Marketing Education ChemistryCivil Engineering TechnologyCommunication DisordersComputer Information SystemsComputer Science Construction Engineering TechnologyCreative Writing and LiteratureCriminal JusticeEarth ScienceEconomicsElectrical and Telecommunications

EngineeringElectromechanical Engineering

TechnologyElectronic Media (Radio/TV)Engineering Graphics and DesignEngineering PhysicsEnglish (Creative Writing/Literature/

Professional Writing)Entrepreneurship Environmental Engineering TechnologyEnvironmental GeologyExercise Science (Athletic Training/

Wellness)Family and Consumer Sciences EducationFinance Financial Planning Fisheries/Aquatic BiologyForensicsFrenchGeoarchaeologyGeographic Information Science

GeoscienceGermanGraphic Communications ManagementHealth and Physical EducationHistoryHorticultureHuman ResourcesIndustrial Education Information SystemsIntegrated SystemsInterior DesignInternational AffairsInternational BusinessJapaneseJournalismLearning and Behavioral DisordersLiberal ArtsManagement Manufacturing TechnologyMarketingMathematicsMiddle School EducationMolecular BiologyMusic (Keyboard Studies/ Music Education)Music BusinessMusic Education (Instrumental/Vocal)Music PerformanceNursingNutrition, Dietetics and Food ManagementOccupational Safety and HealthOrganizational Communication Philosophy and Applied EthicsPhysicsPolitical SciencePre-DentalPre-EngineeringPre-LawPre-MBAPre-MedicalPre-OptometryPre-Physical TherapyPre-Veterinary MedicinePsychologyPublic Administration Public Relations

Recreation and Leisure ServicesSocial WorkSociology SpanishTeacher Education Technology EducationTelecommunications Systems

Management Theatre Veterinary TechnologyWildlife and Conservation Biology

Graduate Areas of Study

Agriculture Applied Engineering and Technology ManagementBiologyBusiness AdministrationChemical ManufacturingChemistryCreative WritingEconomicsEconomics with Emphasis in FinanceEnglishGeosciencesHistoryHuman Development and LeadershipInformation SystemsMass CommunicationsMathematicsMusic EducationOccupational Safety and Health Organizational CommunicationPsychology – ClinicalPsychology – General Experimental Public AdministrationTeacher LeadershipTeaching English to Speakers of Other LanguagesTelecommunications Systems ManagementWatershed Science

APPLY NOW! Please email msu.intl@murraystate.edu or visit www.murraystate.edu/international

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