Ferris State University
Public, 4-year
1201 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307-2251
Quick Facts
8,087
Total Enrollment
81%
Acceptance Rate
48%
Graduation Rate
$47,339
Median Earnings (6yr)
$13,630
In-State Tuition
$12,202
Avg Net Price
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1001
Avg SAT Score
About Ferris State University
Institution Details
| Type | Public, 4-year |
| Classification | Doctoral/Professional Universities |
| Size | 10,000 - 19,999 |
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Graduate |
Location
| Address | 1201 S State St |
| City | Big Rapids, MI |
| ZIP Code | 49307-2251 |
| County | Mecosta County |
President/Chief Administrator: Bill Pink (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 8,087 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 53% |
| Male | 47% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 74.3% |
| Black | 9.4% |
| Hispanic | 6.6% |
| Asian | 1.5% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.8% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 3.1% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 1.4% |
| Unknown | 2.6% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 14.9% |
| Part-Time Students | 19.2% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 450 | 500 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 500 | 550 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 20 | 26 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$13,630
In-State Tuition
$13,630
Out-of-State Tuition
$26,066
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,202
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 34% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 47% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 34% |
Student Debt & Repayment
| Median Debt at Graduation | $21,000 |
| Median Total Debt | $15,500 |
| 90th Percentile Debt | $37,405 |
| 3-Year Repayment Rate | 59% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $5,957 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $7,962 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $12,303 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $17,193 |
| $110,001+ | $19,308 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$47,339
6 Years After
$52,215
8 Years After
$54,735
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $30,181 | 75th percentile: $67,838
Earnings by Family Income Background
$42,173
Low Income
$50,004
Middle Income
$52,359
High Income
Student Outcomes
73%
Full-Time Retention
42%
Part-Time Retention
48%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$10,457
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$10,906
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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