Frequently Asked Question.
1. What is Morehead State University campus like?
Morehead State University is much more than you might imagine. We can provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to achieve your dreams.
Our Morehead campus is located near the Daniel Boone National Forest in Morehead, Kentucky, and offers a variety of on-campus housing options, as well as more than 100 clubs and organizations.
Our regional campuses and online programs offer coursework specifically designed to allow working professionals to obtain a master's degree. Graduate students have the option of completing some programs completely online. MSU offers a variety of options for traditional-age students, adult learners, transfer students, veterans and graduate students.
MSU offers quality academic programs that you would find at a larger research university, but with smaller class sizes and one-on-one interaction with faculty. We provide the instruction and guidance that you need to be a success.
Morehead State offers professional advising to all students to help you find the right academic program and to help keep you on track throughout your academic career. Career Services can help you choose a career path, find the right internships and experience to position you for a successful career after graduation.
Schedule a visit and come see why MSU has much more to offer.
Morehead State University is much more than you might imagine. We can provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to achieve your dreams.
Our Morehead campus is located near the Daniel Boone National Forest in Morehead, Kentucky, and offers a variety of on-campus housing options, as well as more than 100 clubs and organizations.
Our regional campuses and online programs offer coursework specifically designed to allow working professionals to obtain a master's degree. Graduate students have the option of completing some programs completely online. MSU offers a variety of options for traditional-age students, adult learners, transfer students, veterans and graduate students.
MSU offers quality academic programs that you would find at a larger research university, but with smaller class sizes and one-on-one interaction with faculty. We provide the instruction and guidance that you need to be a success.
Morehead State offers professional advising to all students to help you find the right academic program and to help keep you on track throughout your academic career. Career Services can help you choose a career path, find the right internships and experience to position you for a successful career after graduation.
Schedule a visit and come see why MSU has much more to offer.
2. Will my child need transportation at Morehead State University
On-campus student parking is available for all students. A vehicle is certainly not required, as the students have just about everything available within walking distance. There is also public transportation available in the community.
3. Can my child compete for cash or merchandise prizes and not jeopardize their collegiate eligibility?
Absolutely. Bowling at Morehead State is a club sport and not associated with the athletic department so NCAA restrictions do not apply. To be eligible to bowl in college you cannot be a member of a professional bowling organization.
4. How does my child receive scholarship?
Fafsa.gov and www.moreheadstate.edu/scholarships
5. Is the Morehead State Bowling Program NCAA recognized?
No. Morehead State Bowling Program is a club sport.
6. Is there a minimum academic standard for my child to compete on the Morehead State Bowling Program?
USBC Collegiate requires a 2.0 GPA with 12 hours passed. The Morehead State Bowling Program strives for a 2.5 or higher each semester to receive sponsorship benefits and other perks for the program.
7. Is my child going to fit in and feel like they are part of the program?
The bowling program is more like a family than a team. We work hard on and off the lanes and we help each other out in times of need.
8. When are tryouts held?
Tryouts will start the week after schools starts in the fall. Tryouts will last two weeks. We do not really consider them tryouts since we have never cut anyone from the program. We are allowed to carry 26 Men and 26 Women. We have never been over that number.
9. What if my child uses equipment other than your corporate sponsor?
That is fine. Our contract states that we do not have to use their equipment. However, we try to support our sponsors as much as possible. We all mainly use our sponsor equipment.
10. How does the Morehead State Bowling Program train?
We have our own bowling center on campus. We also go to the wellness center to maintain conditioning. We also train by having study hall hours that the students must complete.
11. How many hours in a typical week will be devoted to team activities/training?
We have two team practices per week that will last about 2 ½ hours. We have conditioning 2 hours per week. Additional individual time may be required by the coaches. Study hall hours depend on student’s GPA.
12. What are Morehead State Bowling practices like?
We do team drills during our practice session. We also work on different releases, targeting, and spare shooting. In addition, we work on learning equipment and layouts. The students will have the opportunity to drill their own equipment and learn how to lay bowling balls out.
13. How far in advance can I find out if my child has been selected to travel to an event? Who tells me?
Traveling teams will be released by Wednesday before the tournament. You can ask your child if he/she is traveling.
14. What differences can I expect to see between youth competitions and intercollegiate bowling competitions?
Collegiate competitions are team competitions. Youth competitions are mostly individual competitions. Participating in college bowling is making a contribution to a team working toward their goals and is the most rewarding experience in the sport of bowling.
15. How many class days will my child miss due to competition?
There will be a few days each semester that the students will miss due to competition. The biggest one being the national championships. We have a great reputation on campus of being great students. The faculty will work with us on getting the work done in a timely manner.
16. At Competitions, will there be any time that I can spend with my child?
Yes. After bowling, you may go out to dinner or hang out with your child until curfew. During competition, they will be with the team.
17. How does the Morehead State Bowling program travel to competitions?
We travel in 15 passenger vans mostly. We do have a few tournaments that we might take a charter bus or fly.
18. What are the requirements to get accepted to Morehead State University?
www.moreheadstate.edu/freshmen www.moreheadstate.edu/transfer
To be admitted as a freshman to MSU, you must have an admission index of 450 or higher.
To calculate your admission index, multiply your High School GPA by 100 and ACT score by 10, and add the two scores together.
Example, using GPA of 3.2 and ACT score of 21
3.2 (GPA) x 100 = 320
21 (ACT) x 10 = 210
Admission Index = 530
If your admission index falls between 400 and 449, you may be admitted provisionally to MSU. The Provisional Studies Program is a freshman-year program which specifically addresses the needs of those students who do not meet regular admission requirements of the University.
Provisionally admitted students are assigned to academic advisors in the Office of Academic Services and Retention. These advisors will monitor and direct students’ academic activities. Provisionally admitted students work with their advisor(s) to design a plan of remediation in developmental courses designed to increase competency in identified areas of need.
NEXT STEPS
· Apply to MSU
· Submit a copy of your ACT or SAT score. Minimum ACT score of 18 or SAT of 870 to be admitted unconditionally.
· Submit a copy of your OFFICIAL high school transcripts (must be signed and sealed from your school) to the Office of Enrollment Services.
· GED recipients, submit your GED scores and certificate to the Office of Enrollment Services.
- See more at: http://www.moreheadstate.edu/freshmen/#sthash.AA1NjH5b.dpuf
19. How much does it cost to attend Morehead State University?
www.moreheadstate.edu/tuition
2015-16 ESTIMATED COST
Tuition (in-state) = $8100/year (out-of-state) = $20,255/year or $12,255/year with non-resident academic scholarship.
Housing = $4500/year
Meal = $3000-3500/year
Books = $1200/year
20. Is there a fee or other expense that my child will have to pay?
Students will be billed for tuition, housing, and meal plans. Books can be bought on their own. Only other fees would be parking $120/year and first year seminar fee of $60 for freshmen.
Bowlers will pay an annual dues which is $500 dollars. We also do fundraising to help offset expenses for the year. Each player will have to do their share of fundraising to be able to participate at tournaments and practice.
On-campus student parking is available for all students. A vehicle is certainly not required, as the students have just about everything available within walking distance. There is also public transportation available in the community.
3. Can my child compete for cash or merchandise prizes and not jeopardize their collegiate eligibility?
Absolutely. Bowling at Morehead State is a club sport and not associated with the athletic department so NCAA restrictions do not apply. To be eligible to bowl in college you cannot be a member of a professional bowling organization.
4. How does my child receive scholarship?
Fafsa.gov and www.moreheadstate.edu/scholarships
5. Is the Morehead State Bowling Program NCAA recognized?
No. Morehead State Bowling Program is a club sport.
6. Is there a minimum academic standard for my child to compete on the Morehead State Bowling Program?
USBC Collegiate requires a 2.0 GPA with 12 hours passed. The Morehead State Bowling Program strives for a 2.5 or higher each semester to receive sponsorship benefits and other perks for the program.
7. Is my child going to fit in and feel like they are part of the program?
The bowling program is more like a family than a team. We work hard on and off the lanes and we help each other out in times of need.
8. When are tryouts held?
Tryouts will start the week after schools starts in the fall. Tryouts will last two weeks. We do not really consider them tryouts since we have never cut anyone from the program. We are allowed to carry 26 Men and 26 Women. We have never been over that number.
9. What if my child uses equipment other than your corporate sponsor?
That is fine. Our contract states that we do not have to use their equipment. However, we try to support our sponsors as much as possible. We all mainly use our sponsor equipment.
10. How does the Morehead State Bowling Program train?
We have our own bowling center on campus. We also go to the wellness center to maintain conditioning. We also train by having study hall hours that the students must complete.
11. How many hours in a typical week will be devoted to team activities/training?
We have two team practices per week that will last about 2 ½ hours. We have conditioning 2 hours per week. Additional individual time may be required by the coaches. Study hall hours depend on student’s GPA.
12. What are Morehead State Bowling practices like?
We do team drills during our practice session. We also work on different releases, targeting, and spare shooting. In addition, we work on learning equipment and layouts. The students will have the opportunity to drill their own equipment and learn how to lay bowling balls out.
13. How far in advance can I find out if my child has been selected to travel to an event? Who tells me?
Traveling teams will be released by Wednesday before the tournament. You can ask your child if he/she is traveling.
14. What differences can I expect to see between youth competitions and intercollegiate bowling competitions?
Collegiate competitions are team competitions. Youth competitions are mostly individual competitions. Participating in college bowling is making a contribution to a team working toward their goals and is the most rewarding experience in the sport of bowling.
15. How many class days will my child miss due to competition?
There will be a few days each semester that the students will miss due to competition. The biggest one being the national championships. We have a great reputation on campus of being great students. The faculty will work with us on getting the work done in a timely manner.
16. At Competitions, will there be any time that I can spend with my child?
Yes. After bowling, you may go out to dinner or hang out with your child until curfew. During competition, they will be with the team.
17. How does the Morehead State Bowling program travel to competitions?
We travel in 15 passenger vans mostly. We do have a few tournaments that we might take a charter bus or fly.
18. What are the requirements to get accepted to Morehead State University?
www.moreheadstate.edu/freshmen www.moreheadstate.edu/transfer
To be admitted as a freshman to MSU, you must have an admission index of 450 or higher.
To calculate your admission index, multiply your High School GPA by 100 and ACT score by 10, and add the two scores together.
Example, using GPA of 3.2 and ACT score of 21
3.2 (GPA) x 100 = 320
21 (ACT) x 10 = 210
Admission Index = 530
If your admission index falls between 400 and 449, you may be admitted provisionally to MSU. The Provisional Studies Program is a freshman-year program which specifically addresses the needs of those students who do not meet regular admission requirements of the University.
Provisionally admitted students are assigned to academic advisors in the Office of Academic Services and Retention. These advisors will monitor and direct students’ academic activities. Provisionally admitted students work with their advisor(s) to design a plan of remediation in developmental courses designed to increase competency in identified areas of need.
NEXT STEPS
· Apply to MSU
· Submit a copy of your ACT or SAT score. Minimum ACT score of 18 or SAT of 870 to be admitted unconditionally.
· Submit a copy of your OFFICIAL high school transcripts (must be signed and sealed from your school) to the Office of Enrollment Services.
· GED recipients, submit your GED scores and certificate to the Office of Enrollment Services.
- See more at: http://www.moreheadstate.edu/freshmen/#sthash.AA1NjH5b.dpuf
19. How much does it cost to attend Morehead State University?
www.moreheadstate.edu/tuition
2015-16 ESTIMATED COST
Tuition (in-state) = $8100/year (out-of-state) = $20,255/year or $12,255/year with non-resident academic scholarship.
Housing = $4500/year
Meal = $3000-3500/year
Books = $1200/year
20. Is there a fee or other expense that my child will have to pay?
Students will be billed for tuition, housing, and meal plans. Books can be bought on their own. Only other fees would be parking $120/year and first year seminar fee of $60 for freshmen.
Bowlers will pay an annual dues which is $500 dollars. We also do fundraising to help offset expenses for the year. Each player will have to do their share of fundraising to be able to participate at tournaments and practice.