Overview
Enrollment
Located in Muncie, Indiana, Ball State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 22,947 prospective students applied, and 15,642 were granted admission. Of those admitted 3,278 enrolled in the school. 14,259 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 6,060 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $9,628 plus fees of $662. BSU is ranked 507 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
BSU is rated within the top 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Ball State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#507 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#162 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Indiana
#246 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1210 |
| ACT | 20/27 |
| GPA | 3.52 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Indiana Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,364 |
| Other Fees | $662 |
| Room and Board | $10,796 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,804 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,254 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,364 |
| Other Fees | $662 |
| Room and Board | $10,796 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,804 |
| Total One Year Cost | $42,488 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 18% |
| Business | 16% |
| Education | 12% |
| Communication | 9% |
| Health Professions | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=150136 IPEDS survey data for Ball State University.
Current students may use the Ball State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.