School Information

29.0
Total Cost $21,522
Total Enrollment 13,865
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 16 : 1

Ferris State University

http://www.ferris.edu/
1201 S State St, Big Rapids, Michigan 49307-2251
(231) 591-2000

Ferris State University prepares students for successful careers, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Through its many partnerships and its career-oriented, broad-based education, Ferris serves our rapidly changing global economy and society.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Less than one year certificate
One but less than two years certificate
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting Town: Remote
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Ferris State University, 93.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 58.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $5,191), and 64% receive loans ($6,843 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $8,940.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Ferris State University is $14,370 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Ferris State University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $9,480
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $16,770
Tuition Graduate in State $7,650
Tuition Graduate Out of State $11,466
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $21,522
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $28,812
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 10,597 people applied to Ferris State University. Of the applicants, 55.0% were admitted (53.0% male & 56.0% female ) and 35.0% accepted (39.0% male and 31.0% female)

Of the 12,595 undergraduate students at Ferris State University, 27.0% are part-time. A majority (75.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 39.0% of the 1,270 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     95.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     68.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     19.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     15.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     37.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     44.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline April 15
Admissions Office Phone (800) 433-7747
Admissions Office Email statewide@ferris.edu
Admissions Office Address 1201 S. State Street, Big Rapids, Michigan USA – 49307
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.ferris.edu/admissions/Transfer/WebPages/Transfrom.htm
Admissions Website http://www.ferris.edu/admissions/

In order to be accepted to Ferris State University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 24
ACT English (25th Percentile) 17
ACT English (75th Percentile) 23
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 17
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 24
 
Ferris State University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Agriculture, agriculture operations, and related sciences 9
Ornamental Horticulture 9
Biological and biomedical sciences 102
Biochemistry 5
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 86
Biotechnology 9
Environmental Biology 2
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 48 18 487 43
Accounting 2
Accounting and Finance 4
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 5 29
Business Administration and Management, General 45 13 136 43
Business/Commerce, General 3
Construction Management 84
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 4
Fashion Merchandising
Finance, General 11
Hospitality Administration/Management, General 15
Hospitality and Recreation Marketing Operations 52
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management 12
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 8
International Business/Trade/Commerce 2
Management Science, General 3
Marketing Research
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 44
Office Management and Supervision
Operations Management and Supervision 81
Real Estate
Selling Skills and Sales Operations
Communication, journalism, and related programs 38
Advertising 20
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 5
Public Relations/Image Management 13
Communications technologies/technicians and support services 16 72
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects 25
Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production 7
Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design 16
Printing Management 12
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician 28
Computer and information sciences and support services 25 3 26 22
Computer and Information Systems Security 16
Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration 9
Information Technology 3 26 22
Education 2 2 151 77
Art Teacher Education 8
Biology Teacher Education 3
Business Teacher Education 3
Chemistry Teacher Education 1
Curriculum and Instruction 55
Elementary Education and Teaching 1 85
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 10
History Teacher Education 19
Mathematics Teacher Education 4
Secondary Education and Teaching 1
Social Studies Teacher Education 1
Technical Teacher Education 2 17 22
Engineering
Construction Engineering
Engineering technologies/technicians 202 272
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician 36
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician 44
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician 17
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician 17
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician 44
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician 15
Energy Management and Systems Technology/Technician 31
Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology 2
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician 30
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians, Other 5 32
Industrial Technology/Technician 17
Manufacturing Technology/Technician 24
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician 13 42
Plastics Engineering Technology/Technician 28 31
Quality Control Technology/Technician 5
Surveying Technology/Surveying 12 16
Telecommunications Technology/Technician 13
English language and literature/letters 1 17
English Composition 5
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other 1
Speech and Rhetorical Studies 1 9
Technical and Business Writing 2
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 10 9
Child Care and Support Services Management 10 9
Health professions and related clinical sciences 257 223 9 176
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 20
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 1
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 58
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician 17
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator 8
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 30
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 5
Health/Health Care Administration/Management 0 86
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other 8
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 48
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist 38 1
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD) 9
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 100
Optometry (OD) 35
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada]) 141
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 60
History 11
History, General 11
Legal professions and studies 14
Legal Assistant/Paralegal 14
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 5 9
General Studies 1
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 5 8
Mathematics and statistics 6
Applied Mathematics 6
Mechanic and repair technologies/technicians 75 12
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician 3
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 37
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician 23 12
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician 12
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 29
Biological and Physical Sciences 29
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 22
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management 22
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Personal and culinary services 8
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager 8
Physical sciences 12
Chemistry, General 12
Precision production 40
Tool and Die Technology/Technician 8
Welding Technology/Welder 32
Psychology 25
Psychology, General 25
Public administration and social service professions 52
Public Administration 8
Social Work 44
Science technologies/technicians 10
Chemical Technology/Technician 10
Security and protective services 70 198 39
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 50 39
Criminal Justice/Police Science 70 148
Criminalistics and Criminal Science
Social sciences 3
Political Science and Government, General 1
Sociology 2
Visual and performing arts 28 218 15
Art History, Criticism and Conservation 2
Commercial and Advertising Art 1 4
Design and Applied Arts, Other 11
Design and Visual Communications, General 11
Fine/Studio Arts, General 13 15
Graphic Design 27 65
Illustration 15
Industrial Design 14
Interior Design 36
Metal and Jewelry Arts 6
Music Management and Merchandising 23
Painting 1
Photography 12
Sculpture 5
 
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