Student Parents

🎓 Earn Your Degree & Care for Your Family 💙💛

Balancing college and parenting requires dedication, resilience and careful planning. Whether you're considering attending Morehead State University or are already enrolled, we're committed to helping you succeed in the classroom while caring for your family.

Student parents contribute valuable perspectives, experiences and strengths to our campus community. From flexible academic options and financial aid resources to childcare assistance, wellness services and academic support, MSU offers resources designed to help you reach your educational goals while supporting your family.

🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Are you a Student Parent?

Let us know. We'd love to connect you with resources, support services and other opportunities designed to help you succeed. 📧 Email Jen Timmermann at j.timmermann@moreheadstate.edu.

Admissions

Learn about applying to MSU, advising, orientation and available academic pathways for adult and parenting students.

Online & Flexible Learning

Explore online programs, hybrid options and regional campuses that can help you balance school, work and family responsibilities.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Learn about FAFSA, professional judgment adjustments for childcare expenses, emergency funds, scholarships and payment options.

Academic Success

Access tutoring, advising, library resources, accessibility services and other support designed to help you stay on track toward graduation.

Health & Wellness

Connect with counseling services, health resources, wellness programs and support for pregnant and parenting students

Emergency Assistance

Find information about emergency financial assistance, housing resources, food support and crisis services.

Parenting Student Guide

The Morehead State University Parenting Student Guide connects students with childcare resources, financial assistance, health and wellness services, housing support, employment resources, emergency assistance and other tools designed to help student parents succeed.

Download the Guide

✅ Resources

Eagle Essentials Food & Supplies Pantry
Parenting Student Lounge (ADUC 206) - A dedicated space for students who are also caregivers. Designed to support the unique needs of parenting students, the lounge offers a quiet and comfortable environment where students can study, rest, connect with others, and recharge between classes.
Career Services & Eagle CareerNet
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Childcare Resources

Find information about childcare providers, Kentucky's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP), Head Start, Early Head Start and childcare search tools.

Contact Us

Jen TImmermann, Director of Adult & Transfer Admissions

Enrollment Services
121 E. Second St.
Morehead, KY 40351

EMAIL: j.timmermann@moreheadstate.edu
PHONE: 606-783-2000