Scholarships

Morehead State University Kentucky Scholarships

Morehead State awards more than $48.6M in University and MSU Foundation scholarships and grants annually.  MSU offers a variety of scholarships based on several criteria, including academic excellence, area of study, type of student, where you live and your needs. The information linked applies to new students for the 2026-2027 school year.

Spectrum News High School Scholars

The Spectrum News 1 High School Scholars Program recognizes exceptional high school students with academic scholarship awards of $1,000 each for use towards college expenses.

Nominees must adhere to the following criteria to be considered:

• High school seniors

• Attend a high school in Kentucky where Spectrum News 1 is available

• Have an excellent academic record

• Involved in extra-curricular activities and/or be active in their local community either through their school or volunteering on their own time

• Have plans to attend a university in 2026

Nominators must be 18 or older and CANNOT be the parent/guardian of the student. Each nominator may only nominate 1 individual.

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