Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Ferrum College is a private institution in Ferrum with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 990, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 745 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
29% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,296 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,085.
Established
1913
Motto
Latin: Non sibi sed aliis
Mascot
Panther
Type
Private college
Conference
Division III of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II
100%Acceptance
990SAT Avg
745Students
11:1Student:Faculty
29%Grad Rate
$44,296Earnings 10yr
$22,085Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate100.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 990
Reading & WritingMid: 535
455580
MathMid: 515
425520
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$38,320
Room & Board$13,230
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$54,506
Average Net Price$22,085
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$18,607
$30–48K$18,625
$48–75K$20,145
$75–110K$25,397
$110K+$28,515
Programs (42)
Student Body
Undergrads
745
Gender Split
38% / 62%
Women / Men
First Generation
39%
Pell Grant Recipients
47%
Race & Ethnicity
White 48%
Black 21%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate28.9%
Freshman Retention58.6%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$36,418
8 Years$41,107
10 Years$44,296
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$35,000
Men
$44,400
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Panthers
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia