Overview
Student Population
| Location | Big Rapids, Michigan |
| Online | ferris.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Big Rapids, Michigan, Ferris State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 8,581 prospective students applied, and 7,076 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,540 enrolled in the school. 7,931 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,234 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $12,376 plus fees of $0. Ferris State University is ranked 506 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Ferris State University is rated within the top 50% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Ferris State University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#506 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#175 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Colleges in Michigan
#6 in Best Public Colleges in Michigan
#299 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Value Colleges in Michigan
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1160 |
| ACT | 18/26 |
| GPA | 3.3 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Michigan Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $816 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $10,036 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,035 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,263 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $816 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $10,036 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,035 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,263 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 19% |
| Health Professions | 19% |
| Engineering Technology | 15% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 11% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=169910 IPEDS survey data for Ferris State University.
Current students may use the Ferris State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.