Known for business — excellent value
Ferris State University is a public institution in Big Rapids with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1001, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 8.1K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,735 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,202.
Established
1884
Motto
Ferris Forward
Mascot
Brutus the Bulldog
Type
Public university
Conference
NCAA Division I
Division
Division II
81%Acceptance
1001SAT Avg
8,087Students
15:1Student:Faculty
48%Grad Rate
$54,735Earnings 10yr
$12,202Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate80.6%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1001
Reading & WritingMid: 525
450570
MathMid: 515
440550
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1826
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$13,630
Tuition (out-of-state)$13,630
Room & Board$10,660
Books & Supplies$862
Total Cost of Attendance$26,066
Average Net Price$12,202
Median Debt at Graduation$21,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$223
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$5,957
$30–48K$7,962
$48–75K$12,303
$75–110K$17,193
$110K+$19,308
Programs (182)
Student Body
Undergrads
8,087
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
First Generation
35%
Pell Grant Recipients
34%
Race & Ethnicity
White 74%
Black 9%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate47.9%
Freshman Retention72.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$47,339
8 Years$52,215
10 Years$54,735
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$42,100
Men
$56,000
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Source: Wikipedia