51ĀŅĀ× recognized nationally by U.S. News & World Report for 35th consecutive year
By 51ĀŅĀ× Public Relations | Sep 23, 2025
MURRAY, Ky. ā 51ĀŅĀ× has again been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top universities in the country in multiple categories, marking the institutionās 35th consecutive year of top-tier rankings by the national college guide.
51ĀŅĀ× 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
51ĀŅĀ× State increased its ranking in the Top Public Schools, Top Regional Universities and Best Regional Universities for Veterans categories.
51ĀŅĀ× 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.
āNational rankings such as U.S. News and World Reportās recognition are an important marker of the value and excellence of a 51ĀŅĀ× State University degree,ā 51ĀŅĀ× State President Dr. Ron Patterson said. āOur University holds a broad, deep commitment to teaching, learning and innovation which has uniquely positioned us to make a contribution and impact todayās society.ā
Recognized as one of Americaās best college values, 51ĀŅĀ× State has been recognized nationally for both quality and value by the following publications:
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Washington Monthly - āBest Bang for the Buckā
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Wall Street Journal - āBest Colleges in the United Statesā
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Niche - āBest Colleges in Kentuckyā
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Colleges of Distinction - āBest Collegesā
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Military Friendly - āMilitary Friendly Schoolā
Admission for the 2026-27 academic year at 51ĀŅĀ× 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.