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Murray State UniversityMove-In Guide
Murray, Kentucky
🏫 Public UniversityEst. 1922🔗 www.murraystate.edu
Murray State University's campus in Murray, Kentucky centers on the historic 1924 Wells Hall, with first-year students housed across residential colleges including Elizabeth, Hester, and Hart.
Enrollment
9,932
Total Students
Freshman Class
2,483
Approx.
Move-In Dates
Aug 14-15, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
83%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Details
Check the move-in schedule closer to the date for your specific day and time. Only designated special groups (athletics, sorority recruitment, band, Student Disability Services) move in on August 12. The Racer Shuttle runs between residence halls and Stewart Stadium parking on move-in day - bring no more than two helpers if possible.
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time - your exact move-in date is shown above in the Overview.
Move-in day logistics
- Arrival window
- General move-in runs 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14 and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026 - check the schedule closer to the date for your specific day and time.
- Check-in location
- Go to your assigned residence hall to check in.
- Parking
- Park at the football stadium - the Racer Shuttle runs between the stadium lot and residence halls throughout move-in day.
- Vehicle restrictions
- Once you're done unloading, move your vehicle away from the hall to make room for the next family.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned move-in window - arriving early may mean waiting until your time slot.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck - campus carts can run out quickly during busy move-in periods.
- Have a parking backup plan - spaces near residence halls can fill up quickly, so know where you can unload if your preferred area is full.
- Watch the loading-zone time limit - many campuses require you to move your vehicle to longer-term parking after unloading.
Housing & Dorms
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Hester Hall
Traditional · Coed
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Elizabeth Hall
Traditional · Coed
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Hart Hall
Traditional · Coed
Housing Links
Each available link goes directly to Murray State University's own specific page, not just its general homepage.
Orientation
Racer Nation Orientation (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
June 1 - July 31, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$14,734
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
- CVS Pharmacy0.5 miles
- Walgreens0.5 miles
- Walmart0.8 miles
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Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Murray State University.
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