Ferris State University
Ferris State University is a public 4-year institution in Big Rapids, MI. It enrolls about 9,918 students and admits roughly 81% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 4-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Big Rapids, MI 49307 |
| County | Mecosta County |
| Enrollment | 9,918 |
| Acceptance rate | 81% |
| Applicants / admitted | 9,548 / 7,694 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $14,246 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $14,246 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 48% |
| Transfer-out rate | 9% |
| Full-time retention rate | 73% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $13,154 |
| Campus setting | Town: Remote |
| Size category | 5,000 - 9,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 450–570 |
| ACT middle 50% | 18–26 |
| Website | www.ferris.edu/ |
| Phone | 2315912000 |
Admissions
About 9,548 students applied and 7,694 were admitted. Of those admitted, 1,595 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $14,246 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $13,154 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $5,957 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $7,962 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $12,303 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $17,193 |
| Over $110,000 | $19,308 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
Of the 1,780 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 48% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Ferris State University is in Big Rapids, MI, Mecosta County. Its coordinates are 43.6877, -85.4819.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Ferris State University?
About 81% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 9,548 applicants.
How much does Ferris State University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $14,246 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Ferris State University?
About 9,918 students are enrolled.