FAQs
FAQs
All °ÄÃÅ¿ª½±½á¹û students, faculty and staff at the main Murray, KY, campus
should have a RacerCard. Those studying at extended campuses are not required to have
a RacerCard, and most likely won't need one on a day-to-day basis. You are, however,
welcome to come to the main office in Murray and have one made. Many businesses offer
student discounts.
Some University workers need a RacerCard to clock in and out for work, but most faculty
and staff are not required to have a RacerCard. A RacerCard is needed for Wellness
Center (if you pay for membership) and local business discounts. Stop by the RacerCard
office anytime between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday to have a RacerCard
made at no cost to you.
RacerCards are $20. The one-time fee is assessed on your first tuition bill/e-bill
if you attend the main Murray, KY, campus. This fee is waived for faculty and staff.
If you attend a Murray State extended campus, you will need to pay for your RacerCard
when you have it made. The RacerCard office accepts cash, check, credit and debit
cards. Office hours are 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Replacement cards are also $20.
New freshman/transfer students attending Racer Nation Orientation will have the opportunity
to submit a photo prior to their orientation date. You will receive communication
from the RacerCard office about the process of receiving your ID.
You can email the RacerCard office at msu.racercard@murraystate.edu and ask to resend the photo submission link.
No. The RacerCard is the official form of identification for Murray State. You must
pick up your card in person and present a photo ID such as a driver's license to the
RacerCard staff member.
Yes. You will need to present another photo ID, such as a driver's license, to receive
your card. The RacerCard is the official form of identification for Murray State and
the RacerCard Office will take all steps necessary to prevent fraudulent use.
The magnetic stripe on your ID card may be worn or damaged. Bring your card to the
RacerCard office. We will check it out for you, and if it is damaged due to normal
wear and tear we will replace your card at no charge. If it has been damaged due to
misuse, you may replace it for $20.
No. RacerCards never expire. It should last your entire academic career at Murray
State. Privileges, such as Wellness Center access, will cease after you graduate and
are no longer enrolled as a Murray State student.