Race & Ethnicity
Ball State University has a diverse student body with 25% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Ball State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Ball State University has a gender distribution of 61% female students and 39% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
27% of total enrollment
42% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Ball State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 72% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 5% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
72%
Traditional Age (18-21)
5%
Non-Traditional (25+)
31%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Ball State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 91% in-state residents, 8% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
91% of student body
8% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
39 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
25%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
61%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
5%
Non-Traditional Age