Morehead State University Reviews

"My 2014-2018 program at Morehead State was inconsistent, depending on the instructor. All Instructors in the History department are excellent. Some of my education instructors were excellent, and others saw students as numbers, with little regard to their personal obstacles or mental well-being. The program prepared me for my field in some regards and didn't in others. Overall, it was very inconsistent."

"Morehead State University is a growing university, although it still has good student to teacher ratios. As always, when choosing a University, put in the time and research to determine what is best for you."

"Morehead State University's graduate school is one of the best in my opinion. With a very rigorous and yet helpful approach to preparing graduate students they help us to succeed in our careers. The course work is broken down into specific classes used to address particular aspects o f the career. There is an exit exam before you graduate ensuring that all necessary skills have been learned. I high recommend MSU graduate school!"

"While attending Morehead State University I feel that my life was changed for the better. Through my classwork and professors I was able to grow both as a student and as an individual. While at Morehead State University I focused on special education and community supports, after graduating in may 2015 I was able to easily transition into a career in my field of study and am currently taking classes online to obtain a Masters degree. Overall my experience while at Morehead State University was outstanding and I would highly recommend this University to anyone who in search for a college with small town values and big school spirit.Read Less"

"Morehead offered me everything I needed at the time. I was able to complete my licensing in a timely manner. It worked well as I have a family with seven children. The online convenience was what I needed for my young, growing family. I would recommend the program to others."

"This school was wonderful. Despite paperwork issues every year, the instructors were great! The financial aid office however was never helpful and often messed up my billing. If I was not being charged extra I was losing my payments. The financial aid office needs to organize and review there system."

"The specific classes are great as are the professors for online classes. The counseling and anything admin is a nightmare. No one responds unless you hound them. Other than that I am happy with the knowledge the professors impart and the workload."

"Morehead State is a beautiful college which provided me an affordable college experience and a degree. The teachers were all tough but fair and always offered their personal work experiences as guiding tools. There were several activities offered in student life and the campus worked hard to gain the opinions of things to improve."

"I love the accessibility of the program - my entire degree is online! I can still work full-time and get my degree to further my career, which is super convenient. I also love that tuition is the exact same for all graduate students, whether in-state or out-of-state."

"Real world experiences from the faculty that prepared me for the world of education and becoming a well versed practitioner."

"The school was just like home. The professors were very keen to making sure you emerge an outstanding student."

"The faculty are very accessible, and personally interested in student's success. The career connections available for graduates are second to none. Unfortunately some of the faculties experience is lacking. The facilities and equipment are fairly outdated."

"The graduate program is a great program! I really enjoy being able to take online classes since I also have to work full time. The only thing I would change is if they would offer more of their program requirements completely online in addition to on campus or hybrid."

"Morehead State University's is located in the middle of the Daniel Boone National Forest. Campus is simply gorgeous. The lawn is always neatly manicured and the Appalachian foothills provide a picturesque backdrop to daily student life. If you enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, and rock climbing then Morehead would compliment your interests. The university has private hiking trails that connect with national and state trail systems; a private lake know as Eagle Lake were students can fish, hike, or picnic; and MSU is also adjacent to Cave Run Lake. However, for those interested in nightlife Morehead would probably disappoint. The town has 2 small bars that host live music regularly; however, the music selections are not very diverse and after a few weekends you will probably hear everything the town has to offer. Most students visit Lexington, Kentucky or Huntington, WV, both of which are about an hour drive from Morehead, to take in a larger variety of entertainment. Living in Morehead is very affordable. Rent and utilities are fairly low if you choose to live off campus, although you’re likely to encounter a bit of a commute, probably less than 10 minutes, for the cheaper housing options. Unlike most university towns, there is no large gated apartment complex to accommodate off campus students. Apartments fill quickly and it would be best to look into housing options as soon as possible. Also important to know, properties near the university sell and rent higher than most other housing in town. If living on campus there are a few different options for graduate students. The majority of housing is standard dorm or suite housing, but there are some on campus apartments available. All housing is shared and the past few years the university population has grown so rapidly that they have had to put extra people in rooms, making the living situation uncomfortably cramped. Tuition to the graduate program is also affordable. Students pay one rate regardless of the class taken or state residency status. This makes Morehead more affordable to out-of-state residents. The university also offers many opportunities for funding primarily in the form of Graduate Assistantships, which provide a $10,000 a year stipend. To qualify you must be accepted to the university, enrolled in at least 9 credit hours, and maintain a 3.0 GPA in graduate courses. Usually GAs try to work in their academic department, but there are positions in almost every area of the university many of which provide great job experience for careers outside academia. In the department of Sociology, Social Work, and Criminology GAs are not assigned a particular function, such as researching or teaching, but instead will most likely be required to do a variety of these tasks, as well as grading papers, assisting students, or performing regular office-type tasks. The biggest downside to the graduate program at Morehead is that there is no tuition waiver for Graduate Assistants. However, the stipend is enough to completely cover tuition and most class materials. Students may choose to augment living expenses with loans or by working part time at another job. Most classes are at night after normal working hours or online and GA hours are often very flexible. The M.A. program in Sociology is flexible and designed primarily for individuals pursuing careers outside academia. The department offers graduate level concentrations in General Sociology, Criminology, Sociology and Regional Analysis, and Gerontology. The department’s strongest areas of research are in Rural Sociology, Criminology, and Gender and Sexuality. Class sizes are small and offer plenty of opportunity for discussion. Graduate advisors are usually helpful and receptive. The department is quite small, so there is less interdepartmental politics to deal with, i.e. you probably will not get stonewalled for working with the “wrong person” like you would at universities with larger departments. The department and university offer funding for students who present at conferences; expenses are usually completely covered. Morehead State is not a highly competitive school, if you are looking for a top tier “big name” program this university is not for you. On the other hand, if you are looking for a program that can be highly individualized, a career outside academia, or professors who will really work to help you succeed Morehead State University is the perfect place.Read Less"

"I love that the program has a diverse population.There are students across the nation and even the world that I am able to network with. The graduate work is comprehensive and tough at times, but it is manageable. Most of the instructors have been easy to contact and provide feedback."

"It was ok. The programs are very easy and the faculty is very helpful and motivating to get you to your desired goal. The social scene is lacking. But i would do it over again for the education i came away with."