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Morehead State University
Morehead, Kentucky · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: University Blvd, Morehead, KY 40351 · Phone: (606) 783-2000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Morehead State University is a public trade/career school in Morehead, KY offering radiology and sonography programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools among others.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $22,250 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,197; the campus completion rate compared to the state average of 55.5% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Morehead State University; contact the school for current tuition. The school accepts federal financial aid, and about 29.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,740 | $69,670 | $81,370 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kentucky (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 30 | $41,580 | $40,737 | $23,326 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Morehead State University is a public university in Morehead, Kentucky, located in a remote-town setting. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for eligible programs. Among its trade and career-oriented offerings, the campus is best known for its radiology and sonography programs, which produced 30 completers in the most recent reporting period. The institution holds accreditation through several bodies, including the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
On outcomes, the state average completion rate for comparable programs is 55.5%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $22,250, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $43,197. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 29.5% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants, suggesting a meaningful share of lower-income students attend.
This campus may suit students pursuing a focused credential in radiologic or sonography technology within a larger university setting rather than a single-purpose trade school. Given the limited program breadth reported (one program family), prospective students should confirm specific program length, schedule, and licensure requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcome figures independently, check the listed accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Morehead State University offers radiology and sonography programs, with 30 recent program completers reported. No other trade program families are listed in federal data for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants where eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for similar programs is 55.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $22,250, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $43,197.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (606) 783-2000 or via its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Morehead State University is a public institution, which typically means lower in-state tuition rates and eligibility for state-level funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school to confirm the duration of its radiology and sonography programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the listed accrediting bodies and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?157386.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or formats needed to assess fit for adult career changers; contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensure requirements are not reported in this data; check with the school or relevant state licensing board for radiologic technology or sonography credentialing requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Morehead State University at (606) 783-2000 or visit https://www.moreheadstate.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools offering radiology or sonography programs is not reported here; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.