Ferris State University

Type	4 year, Public
Campus locale	Town: Distant
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	Semester

Student body size	Medium
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	3,312
Student to faculty ratio	15 to 1
Acceptance rate	85%
Students retention rate	77%
On-time graduation rate	48%

Located in Big Rapids, Michigan, Ferris State is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 85% indicates that Ferris State is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Ferris State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

While the on-time graduation rate at Ferris State is reported to be 48%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Michigan state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 48% whereas the national average was 49%.

Ferris State boasts an impressive student retention rate of 77% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 76% and 72%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

84.8%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$12,740

Cost of attendance at Ferris State University in 2022 for students from Michigan.

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Michigan's average	$11,680
National average	$8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$12,740

Cost of attendance at Ferris State University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Michigan's average	$20,120
National average	$18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 90 of freshman students at Ferris State University received on average $10,575 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$10,575

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	617	41%	$5,269	$3,251,012
Other Federal Grant	619	41%	$5,661	$3,504,091
State Grant/Scholarships	522	35%	$9,472	$4,944,344
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	1,089	73%	$5,332	$5,806,815
Total Grant & Scholarships	1,348	90%	$10,575	$14,255,250

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Ferris State University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Ferris State University students is 47.7%. Female students graduated at a rate of 50.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 45.3%.

47.7%

asian 51.8% 14 students
African American 20.3% 40 students
white 52.6% 770 students
unknown 85.7% 6 students
hawaiian 100.0% 2 students
hispanic 36.5% 38 students
International Students 29.0% 11 students
Mixed Race 44.4% 36 students

Sport Conferences

Football Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Basketball Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Ferris State University provides the following additional services to its students

On-campus day care for students' children
Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Ferris State University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic
Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training

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