Overview
Ferris State University is a 4-year public university in west central Michigan. Ferris State is home to eight colleges conferring over 190 undergraduate degrees as well as an honors program. For students who wish to learn in a foreign culture, Ferris State features both short term study abroad and semester exchange programs in Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Outside of the classroom, Ferris State is home to 15 men’s and women’s athletic teams known as the Bulldogs.
Acceptance Rate:
88%
Average Net Price:
$12,638
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.3
Average ACT Composite
22
Average SAT Composite
1058
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $14,246 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $14,246 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,660 |
| Books and Supplies | $862 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
75%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
34%
Average Aid Per Year
$11,128
34%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,819
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$5,210
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
32%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$10959
44%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,819
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$29,696,000
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$46,218,000
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
52%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,868
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,750
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$205
Students receiving federal loans
51%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,246
Average Other Loans Per Year
$13,720
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
12228
Students Applied
89%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
741
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 1 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | December 1 | |
| Other | April 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
2%
Submitting ACT
63%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1058
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.3
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
10,072
Total Number of Undergrads
9,000
0
100
36%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
59%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
130
Faculty Overview
0
100
34%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
44
Countries Represented
33
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
35%
Student Organizations
263
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
28%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
53%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Bulldogs
School Colors
crimson and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf
Total Male Athletes
210
Total Female Athletes
142
Intramural Sports
1
Sports Club
22
Sports Team (Men)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Ferris State University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$49,600
Top 5 Cities
Grand Rapids
Detroit
Saginaw
Lansing
Chicago
Top 5 Employers
Ferris State University
Spectrum Health
General Motors
Meijer
FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
Top 5 Sectors
Operations
Business Development
Sales
Healthcare Services
Engineering
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,750
Loan Default Rate
7%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$205
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingI am currently enrolled at Kendall (Ferris affiliate) and I find that the art studio and elective classes are very thorough and challenging. The professors are enjoyable, the atmosphere is non-competitive and the student life enjoyable and fun. Warning: Classes are very strict on deadlines, so keep on your toes! Freshmen Classes may seem repetitive if you took similar in high school but take them anyway! Very refreshing and informative.
Samantha from Grand Rapids, MI
This teachers make every class room a friendly place. The know you by name, which is unlikely to happen at other universities. The information they teach is challenging, but they give you many options to succeed including office hours and free tutoring centers and writing centers
Breanna from Pontiac, MI
FSU offers great support for its students. My personal experience with the writing center has helped me maintain A's in my classes. My professors are always available for questions.
Liane from Munising, MI
You get a lot of professors who adore their subject matter. In my opinion, there is no better way to learn than from those who are passionate about what they teach.
Britany from Montague, MI
Clean, fun, and eventful campus.
Lots of RSO's to join to keep you busy!
Nice facilities!
Lots of RSO's to join to keep you busy!
Nice facilities!
Kevin from Hale, MI
Ferris' curriculum is generally pretty straight forward. Right now I'm a Sophomore Health Care Systems Administration major and though I changed my major last semester I'm still finding that the general education classes I had to take are pretty helpful even if they aren't geared towards health care professionals.
Evangeline from Big Rapids, MI
Ferris State University has been teaching students every semester for over 100 years. Over this time they have a lot of practice in teaching and improving their curriculum. It shows every day when I step into that class room and come out of it with more knowledge then I had before I went in.
Quintin from Cement City, MI
Ferris State University is a great University to attend. The cost is quite expensive, but the education level is outstanding and most of the teachers are friendly and are always looking to help you succeed.
Wendy from Big Rapids, MI
Ferris State University is a well organized college, full of helpful professors. I love it there and the food and dinning is also wonderful. This university has a friendly atmosphere.
Katherine from Newaygo, MI
This is a great school if you are looking for outcomes. They get you places in your life. However, initiative is key, they aren't going to babysit you.
Autumn from Coopersville, MI
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