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51ĀŅĀ× recognized nationally by U.S. News & World Report for 35th consecutive year

By 51ĀŅĀ× Public Relations | Sep 23, 2025

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51ĀŅĀ× has again been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top universities in the country in multiple categories

MURRAY, Ky. – 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 institution’s 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.

ā€œNational rankings such as U.S. News and World Report’s recognition are an important marker of the value and excellence of a 51ĀŅĀ× State University degree,ā€ 51ĀŅĀ× State President Dr. Ron Patterson said. ā€œOur 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.ā€ 

Recognized as one of America’s best college values, 51ĀŅĀ× State has been recognized nationally for both quality and value by the following publications:

  • Washington Monthly - ā€œBest Bang for the Buckā€ 

  • Wall Street Journal - ā€œBest Colleges in the United Statesā€ 

  • Niche - ā€œBest Colleges in Kentuckyā€

  • Colleges of Distinction - ā€œBest Collegesā€ 

  • Military Friendly - ā€œMilitary 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.edu.

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