Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
80.58%
SAT Average
1,001
ACT Range
18-26
Ferris State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 80.58%. This means approximately 806 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 8,087 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
80.58%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $13,630 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $13,630 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,066 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $12,202 | State avg: $16,178. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 33.58% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 46.98% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Ferris State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$13,630
Room and board
$10,660
Books and supplies
$862
Other expenses
$2,564
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,066
Average net price
$12,202
Average aid coverage
53%
$13,864 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Ferris State University pays approximately $12,202 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Michigan average of $16,178 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Ferris State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Michigan and national averages.
Ferris State University net price
$12,202
Michigan average
$16,178
National average
$17,506
Ferris State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $13,630 and average net price at $12,202. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$13,630
Current net price
$12,202
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
47.87%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$54,735
Undergraduates
8,087
10-Year Median Earnings - Ferris State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Ferris State University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Ferris State University?
Undergraduates
8,087
Completion rate
47.87%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
33.58%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
46.98%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 33.58% of Ferris State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 46.98% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Ferris State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Ferris State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Ferris State University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Ferris State University is listed at 1201 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307-2251. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Ferris State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferris State University | 80.58% | $13,630 | $12,202 | $54,735 |
| Kettering University | 79.09% | $46,380 | $33,092 | $94,823 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan | 88.89% | $19,686 | $26,870 | $92,405 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | 17.94% | $58,072 | $14,832 | $83,648 |
| Michigan Technological University | 87.94% | $41,340 | $15,729 | $78,198 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferris State University's acceptance rate?
Ferris State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 80.58%.
How much is Ferris State University tuition?
Ferris State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $13,630.
What is Ferris State University's average net price?
Ferris State University's average net price in the local dataset is $12,202.
What is Ferris State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $54,735 for Ferris State University.
Is Ferris State University accredited?
Ferris State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Ferris State University?
The local dataset lists 8,087 undergraduate students at Ferris State University.
What percentage of Ferris State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Ferris State University in the local dataset is 33.58%.
What is the federal loan rate at Ferris State University?
The federal loan rate for Ferris State University in the local dataset is 46.98%.
Where should I verify Ferris State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Ferris State University or the latest official federal education data.