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ӶƵ State University recognized nationally by U.S. News & World Report for 35th consecutive year

By ӶƵ Public Relations | Sep 23, 2025

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ӶƵ State University has again been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top universities in the country in multiple categories

MURRAY, Ky. – ӶƵ State University has again been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top universities in the country in multiple categories, marking the institution’s 35th consecutive year of top-tier rankings by the national college guide.

ӶƵ State ranks in the South region as follows: 

19th - Best Value Schools  

6th - Top Public Schools 

14th - Regional Universities  

6th - Best Colleges for Veterans - Regional Universities  

ӶƵ State increased its ranking in the Top Public Schools, Top Regional Universities and Best Regional Universities for Veterans categories. 

ӶƵ State has also been recognized as a top university in undergraduate academic programs of engineering, nursing and psychology, and was recognized for its Doctor of Nursing Practice program as well.

“National rankings such as U.S. News and World Report’s recognition are an important marker of the value and excellence of a ӶƵ State University degree,” ӶƵ State President Dr. Ron Patterson said. “Our University holds a broad, deep commitment to teaching, learning and innovation which has uniquely positioned us to make a contribution and impact today’s society.” 

Recognized as one of America’s best college values, ӶƵ State has been recognized nationally for both quality and value by the following publications:

  • Washington Monthly - “Best Bang for the Buck” 

  • Wall Street Journal - “Best Colleges in the United States” 

  • Niche - “Best Colleges in Kentucky”

  • Colleges of Distinction - “Best Colleges” 

  • Military Friendly - “Military Friendly School”

Admission for the 2026-27 academic year at ӶƵ State University is open as future Racers can apply today at . Students interested in joining the Racer family can also learn more as well as schedule a campus visit by calling the office of recruitment at 270-809-2896 or emailing msu.recruitment@murraystate.edu.

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