Murray State College

One Murray Campus, Tishomingo, OK, 73460 - View a map of this school Map

Get Admissions Info
Get free info from: Murray State College
Powered by CampusExplorer.com

School Notes Overview:

Murray State College provides opportunities to maximize student learning and personal growth. MSC offers 22 transfer degrees and nine associate of applied science degree that can be completed in two years or less. ...

...read more

School Overview:

  • Murray State College
  • Community College Avg.
County Johnston County, OK -
Title IV Eligible YES Yes
Carnegie Classification Associate of Arts Colleges Associate of Arts Colleges
Institution Level At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control Public Public
Full-Time Undergraduate 2,100 students 1,020 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 1,083 students 1,444 students
Total Enrollment 2,232 students 2,213 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 208 students 229 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 79% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 47% 46%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $2,495 $2,845
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 28% 29%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $1,185 $1,273
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 23% 12%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $1,778 $1,146
% Students Receiving Loans 54% 38%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $1,783 $3,129

School Notes:

  • Murray State College was established in accordance with an Act of the first legislature, approved May 20, 1908, which provided for "the establishment and maintenance of agriculture schools of secondary grade in each supreme court judicial district, with a branch agriculture experiment station and short courses in connection therewith."
  • Murray State College is located in Tishomingo, Oklahoma, the county seat of Johnston County and originally founded as the capital of the Chickasaw Nation. One of the oldest towns in Oklahoma and rich in a background of historical and cultural associations, Tishomingo has grown as a city of homes, schools and churches.
  • The School of Arts and Sciences supports all the degree programs, Associate in Science, Associate in Arts, and Associate in Applied Science, by providing the core courses required for graduation. The faculty are active in the President's Scholars program, cultural events, such as plays and art exhibits and Phi Theta Kappa, the junior college honorary society. The School of Applied Science includes degree programs in Agriculture, Business Management, Computer Science and Informaton Systems, Engineering, Nursing/Allied Health, and Veterinary Technology. The certificate programs are two-year technical and occupational programs which will prepare a student to enter the work force.
  • Profile last updated: 04/09/2009.

In the News:

  • Dragons get back on track (The Paris News)
    posted on November 18, 2009 at 09:51:24 pm
    TISHOMINGO, Okla. — The Paris Junior College Dragons got back on the winning track Monday night by defeating Murray State College, 59-49, moving to 7-1 on the season.
  • Local hoops (Durant Daily Democrat)
    posted on November 17, 2009 at 03:57:19 pm
    Paris 59 (W), Murray State College 49 TISHOMINGO — A game of runs by each team, Paris held on in a 59-49 defensive battle over Murray State in Tishomingo Monday night. The Green Dragons of Paris ...
  • Grayson Vikings lose first game of season (The Herald Democrat)
    posted on November 9, 2009 at 04:51:39 am
    PLANO -- Grayson County College split its two games over the weekend in the Collin County Classic, with a loss on Friday evening to Northern Oklahoma-Tonkawa and a win over Jacksonville College on Saturday.
  • SJC women’s basketball team announces 2009-2010 schedule (North Channel Sentinel)
    posted on October 29, 2009 at 08:30:45 pm
    The San Jacinto College women’s basketball team announced its 2009-2010 schedule this week, which begins Monday, Nov. 2, 2009 at home against Temple College. The squad was also picked to finish ninth in the Region XIV conference by the league coaches.
  • Anoatubby to speak at SE lectureship Tuesday (Durant Daily Democrat)
    posted on October 15, 2009 at 04:09:21 pm
    DURANT — Gov. Bill Anoatubby of the Chickasaw Nation will be guest lecturer at the Dr. Linnie Ruth Hall Endowed Lectureship, scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20. The event, which is sponsored by...

View all past news stories

School Map:

Get driving directions Get: driving directions View weather forecasts and averages Weather: 10-day forecast or monthly climate averages.

Tip: Zoom in/out using the slider below. View aerial photos using the Satellite or Hybrid buttons.

  • Private College Private College
  • Public College Public College

Note: Data has been gathered from several government and commercial data sources. School data reflects years 2002-04 statistics (most recent years available). Area and demographic data reflects year 2000 statistics. Public School Review does not ensure the timeliness or accuracy of the information on this site.

Featured Partners:

eMusic 300x250

Most Recent
Apprenticeship Program
Midnight Classes
Event Planning Courses
Singing Courses
Radio Broadcasting Programs
Most Popular
H.S. Diploma vs. GED
High Paying Careers Not Requiring Bachelors
Free Tuition for Unemployed Students
Online Courses
Why Community College?
About College
Why Community College?
Choosing a College
Choosing a College Campus
School Accreditation
Top 7 Myths
Outperforming Typical Colleges
Online Courses
Continuing Education
Careers After College
Scientist & Engineering Careers
Recession-Proof Careers
Licensing & Certification
Recession-Proof Healthcare Careers
High Paying Careers Not Requiring Bachelors
Obtaining Bachelor's Degree
View more articles
Affording College
Affording College
Save $80K on Tuition
Understanding Grants
Community College Loans
Stafford Loans
Direct Loans
Scholarships
Financial Help for Single Parents
President Obama's Financial Aid Proposals
Work Study Programs
Veterans in Community Colleges
College Cost Reduction Act
Support for the Unemployed
Free Tuition for Unemployed Students
Tuition-Free College?
View more articles
Attending College
Your First Semester
Community College Enrollment Exams
Transferring
Transferring Credits
Reverse Transfer Process
Getting Off of Waiting Lists
Midnight Classes
Campus Changes from Increased Enrollment
Undocumented Immigrant Students
Community College Recruits Wanted
Getting Professor Help
Getting Tutoring Help
Getting Writing Help
Academic Probation and Dismissal
Mentoring Programs
View more articles
Courses in College
Event Planning Courses
Graduate Early through Course Testing
Honors Courses
Economically-Driven Curriculum Changes
Apprenticeship Program
Teacher Certification
Autism Teaching Certificate
Electronic Health Records Programs
Nursing Programs
Business Ethics Courses
Weight Loss Support on Campus
Marriage Workshops and Courses
Culinary Programs
Courses for Entrepreneurs
Parenting Classes
View more articles