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Enrollment Deposit

How much is Ferris's enrollment deposit?

Ferris State University requires a deposit of $100 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

4.00%

Ferris State University is in the top 4.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

10.00%

Ferris State University is in the top 10.00% of colleges in the state of Michigan for deposit cost. 26.19% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

7.00%

Ferris State University is in the top 7.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% ofpublic colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Ferris State University educates a diverse community of 10,072 students, with 9,000 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,072 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

10,072


Total Undergraduates

9,000

Total Graduates

1,072


Full-Time vs Part-Time

72% Full-Time

28% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Ferris State University has a 88% acceptance rate. Ferris State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1030 and the average ACT score is 21.


Acceptance Rate

88%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

62%

Total Score

400

1600

9101150

Reading and Writing

200

800

460580

Math

200

800

450570

ACT

Students submitting ACT

2%

Composite Score

0

36

1823

English

0

36

1825

Math

0

36

1625

Location

Located in Big Rapids, MI, Ferris State University offers students a small-town experience with all the advantages of a tight-knit community experience.


City

Big Rapids


County

Mecosta County


State

Michigan


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Remote

About

Ferris State University features a student-focused approach with a 15 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

15 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


Cost

Ferris State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $13,978 with 73% of students receiving financial assistance including 43% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$13,978


Received Aid

73%


Pell Recipients

43%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $13,630

Out-of-State: $13,630

Demographics

The Ferris State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 94% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
4,167 (46%)
Women
4,833 (54%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
492 (5%)
18-19
2,505 (28%)
20-21
2,578 (29%)
22-24
1,947 (22%)
Over 25
1,478 (16%)

Outcomes

Ferris State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 59% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

59%

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