MOREHEAD, Ky. — There's a freeze at Morehead State University. The school announced it is not raising housing rates for students next year. 

What You Need To Know

  • Morehead State University freezes housing rates

  • The school says the initiative is to help families and students during COVID-19

  • Housing rates per semester range from $1,675 to $3,350

  • There are 12 main campus residence halls for MSU students

The freeze is part of MSU's Commitment to the Commonwealth. 

In a statement, MSU president Dr. Jay Morgan wrote, "Part of Morehead State’s dedication to student success is not just an experience that combines personalized attention and high-quality academic programs, but also making that experience affordable to students and their families." Morgan added, “MSU remains committed to retaining its long-held status as one of the most affordable universities in Kentucky. We will continue to evaluate strategies and to look for ways to make higher education as affordable as possible to as many students as possible at our University.”  

Depending on the hall rates range from $1,675 to $3,350 per semester. The school touts campus living for offering all the conveniences of living independently but offering the support and safety students need to succeed. 

MSU has an entire section of its website dedicated to campus housing.