ROTC at Morehead State University
Morehead, KY · public
Yes — Morehead State University hosts Army ROTC on campus.
ROTC programs hosted on campus
Morehead State University hosts 1 ROTC program on its own campus. Open a program to see its full profile, scholarships, and partner schools.
Army ROTCHostedVerifiedArmy ROTC at Morehead State University trains cadets for the U.S. Army in Kentucky.
Scholarships: AROTC Minuteman (Reserve/Guard), AROTC Green-to-Gold, AROTC 3-Year Advanced +1 more
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Morehead State University students commission through the on-campus program above.
ROTC outcomes
Students at Morehead State University in ROTC, from any branch and any unit. Averages per academic year, AY2011–AY2021.
- About 10 officers commissioned per year, all services
- About 24 students start ROTC here each year
Officers commissioned, by group
- Men77%
- White88%
Groups under 5 people a year are not shown.
Students starting ROTC, by group
- Women22%
- Men78%
- White89%
Groups under 5 people a year are not shown.
Source: GAO, GAO-23-105857 (campus data, AY2011–AY2021). GAO counted cadets and commissions by the school the student attended. Numbers for recent years can differ.
Admissions
| Admission rate | 77% |
|---|---|
| SAT range (25th–75th) | 1,100–1,330 |
| ACT range (25th–75th) | 23–30 |
| Test policy | Test-optional |
These are the most recent College Scorecard figures. The school decides admission. An ROTC scholarship board judges your academics on its own, in a separate process.
Cost & financial aid (with ROTC)
| In-state tuition | $10,024 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $14,980 |
| Average net price | $9,793 |
| 6-year graduation rate | 52% |
Tuition and net price: College Scorecard. You can usually combine an ROTC scholarship with other aid from Morehead State University. Ask the unit and the financial aid office to confirm how the aid combines.
Academic programs
Morehead State University has 4,578 undergraduates. ROTC cadets can study almost any major. Some scholarships and commissioning options prefer certain fields.
Yellow Ribbon & veteran support
Yellow Ribbon is a GI Bill benefit for veterans and eligible dependents, not an ROTC scholarship. The school pays part of the tuition above the GI Bill cap, and VA matches it.
Yellow Ribbon: Morehead State University takes part.
| Level | Program | School pays (per year) |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | All programs | Up to $9,480 |
| Graduate | All programs | Up to $9,480 |
| Doctorate | All programs | Up to $9,480 |
Source: VA GI Bill Comparison Tool, checked Oct 14, 2026. Confirm amounts with the school's veterans office before you enroll.
ROTC at Morehead State University: FAQ
Does Morehead State University have ROTC?
Yes — Morehead State University hosts Army ROTC on campus.
Which ROTC branches can Morehead State University students join?
Army ROTC (on campus, Eagle Battalion (MSU-KY)).
Is ROTC at Morehead State University on campus or cross-town?
Army ROTC is on campus: the unit is based at Morehead State University.
Can I use an ROTC scholarship at Morehead State University?
Yes. The on-campus Army ROTC unit lists 4 scholarship types, including AROTC Minuteman (Reserve/Guard) and AROTC Green-to-Gold.
School links and location
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- Official site
moreheadstate.edu
- Admissions
moreheadstate.edu
- Apply
moreheadstate.edu
- Financial aid
moreheadstate.edu
- Net price calculator
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Location: Morehead, KY 40351
IPEDS UNITID: 157386
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