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 |
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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 9,175 prospective students applied, and 7,949 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,892 enrolled in the school. 8,916 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,334 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $12,068 plus fees of $0. Ferris State University is ranked 669 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
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Outcomes
Value
Ferris State University is rated within the lower 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Ferris State University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#669 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#217 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#21 in Best Colleges in Michigan
#9 in Best Public Colleges in Michigan
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#28 in Best Value Colleges in Michigan
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 930/1170 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| GPA | 3.29 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
Michigan Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $859 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $10,042 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $682 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,651 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $859 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $10,042 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $682 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,651 |
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.