Admissions Overview
The admission process at Ferris State University has a 88% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Ferris State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
88%
Less Selective
Application Volume
12,228
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
16%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Ferris State University has a 88% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Ferris State University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
English Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School Transcript
OptionalHigh School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
High School Class Rank
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Ferris State University. About 62% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 910 to 1,150. Additionally, about 2% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 23.
SAT Scores
62% of students submitted400
1600
910 – 1150
200
800
460 – 580
200
800
450 – 570
ACT Scores
2% of students submitted1
36
18 – 23
1
36
18 – 25
1
36
16 – 25
Admission Statistics
12,228 students applied to Ferris. Of those, 88% were accepted (10,746 students). Of these 10,746 accepted students, 1,744 chose to enroll.
12,228
Total Applicants
10,746
Students Admitted
1,744
Students Enrolled
88%
Acceptance Rate