Out-of-State Scholarships
Morehead State awards more than $48.6M in University and MSU Foundation scholarships and grants annually. MSU offers a variety of scholarships based on several criteria, including academic excellence, area of study, type of student, where you live, and your needs.
This information applies to new students for the 2026-27 school year.
Specialized incoming Out-of-state student scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility Requirements | Annual Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alumni Family Scholarship^ | Child, grandchild, or spouse of an MSU alumnus; limited number awarded | up to $1,000/year |
| Non-Resident Merit Scholarship Tier 1 | 3.75 GPA and 28 ACT composite | $10,000 |
| Non-Resident Merit Scholarship Tier 2 | 3.5 GPA and 24 ACT composite | $7,000 |
| Non-Resident Merit Scholarship Tier 3 | 3.0 GPA and 21 ACT composite | $4,500 |
Full Tuition scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility Requirements | Annual Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle Opportunity Scholarship^ | Competitive | Full tuition |
| Honors Scholarship*^ | Competitive | Full tuition, housing, textbook stipend, meal plan and education abroad. |
| YMCA Eagle SOAR Scholarship^ | Competitive | Full tuition |
Ohio Regional Tuition Advantage Merit Scholarships
This reciprocity-based program offers in-state tuition rates for eligible students from the following Ohio counties: Adams, Athens, Brown, Gallia, Jackson, Highland, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike, Scioto, or Vinton. You’re automatically considered for these annually awarded scholarships when you apply.
| ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS | ACT 28+ | ACT 25-27 | ACT 24 | ACT 21-23 | ACT 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8+ GPA | $8,000 | $7,500 | $7,000 | $3,500 | $2,000 |
| 3.5-3.79 GPA | $4,000 | $4,000 | $3,500 | $3,500 | $2,000 |
| 3.4-3.49 GPA | $4,000 | $4,000 | $3,500 | $3,500 | $2,000 |
| 3.3-3.39 GPA | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,000 | $3,000 | $1,000 |
| 3.0-3.29 GPA | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 | $1,000 |
Indiana, Illinois, OHIO & Tennessee Students
Specialized Incoming Student Scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility Requirements | Annual Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alumni Family Scholarship^ | Child, grandchild, or spouse of an MSU alumnus; limited number awarded | up to $1,000/year |
| Eagle Leader Scholarship | 2.85 GPA and 21 ACT composite | $11,000 (renewable) |
Full Tuition Scholarship
| Scholarship | Eligibility Requirements | Annual Amount |
|---|---|---|
|
Honors Scholarship*^ (Apply Now) |
Competitive | Full tuition, housing & stipend for textbooks, meal plan & education abroad. |
Note: Unweighted high school GPA utilized for all scholarships; Scholarships require on-campus housing for a minimum of 6 semesters. There is a 50% reduction in scholarships if the housing requirement is not met. Must be enrolled full-time at MSU to receive scholarships.
Virginia & West Virginia Students
Automatic Incoming Student Scholarship
| Scholarship | Eligibility Requirements | Annual Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SOAR Higher Scholarship |
3.0 GPA and 21 ACT composite |
Full tuition |
Specialized Student Scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility Requirements | Annual Amount |
|---|---|---|
|
Honors Scholarship*^ (Apply Now) |
Competitive | Full tuition, housing & stipend for textbooks, meal plan & education abroad. |
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*Housing stipend cost of honors hall, Eagle Books stipend, a designated meal plan, $1,500 one-time education abroad allowance.
^ Separate application process required.
Note: Unweighted high school GPA utilized for all scholarships; Scholarships require on-campus housing for a minimum of 4 semesters. There is a 50% reduction in scholarships if the housing requirement is not met. Must be enrolled full-time at MSU to receive scholarships.
Foundation Scholarships
Use our online tool to search and apply for scholarships funded through the MSU Foundation.
Contact Us
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
121 E. Second St.
Morehead, KY 40351
FAFSA Code: 001976
EMAIL: scholarships@moreheadstate.edu
PHONE: 606-783-2011
FAX: 606-783-2293
