At a glance
Average net price
$8,624
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
46.9%
Admission rate
91%
Undergrad size
8,106
In-state tuition
$14,778
Out-of-state tuition
$14,778
Cost of attendance
$27,048
Median earnings (10y)
$54,735
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,012
- ACT midpoint
- 23
- Retention
- 77.6%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
26 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (26%), trades & services (18%), business (17%).
- STEM26%
- Health16%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts12%
- Social sciences10%
- Trades & services18%
- Engineering tech17.8%~1,441 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business17.4%~1,408 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions16.4%~1,325 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~707 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~370 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~324 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts3.7%~297 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education3.3%~269 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~269 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science3.1%~248 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~229 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~205 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology2.1%~174 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~171 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~162 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~119 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.3%~107 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering1.2%~95 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication0.7%~55 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Science tech0.4%~34 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.3%~21 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.3%~21 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.3%~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 413 | $37,995 | $25,260 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 352 | $42,911 | $25,384 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 263 | $110,849 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 204 | $61,037 | $27,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 190 | $64,480 | $27,000 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 185 | $70,938 | $24,250 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 184 | $31,519 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 134 | $21,733 | $26,000 |
| Graphic Communications. | Bachelor's | 133 | $31,428 | $27,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 124 | — | $18,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 119 | $37,019 | $30,500 |
| Precision Metal Working. | Associate's | 118 | — | $17,500 |
| Construction Management. | Bachelor's | 117 | $62,334 | $20,750 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 113 | — | $22,750 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 112 | $46,148 | $24,970 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 105 | $32,578 | $29,852 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 99 | $31,464 | $27,500 |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. | Associate's | 97 | — | $13,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 95 | $41,751 | $25,838 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 91 | $49,304 | $29,518 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Associate's | 84 | — | $17,930 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 82 | $44,833 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 81 | — | $18,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 79 | $31,145 | $27,125 |
| Manufacturing Engineering. | Bachelor's | 75 | $66,348 | $18,500 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 75 | $42,745 | $26,470 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 75 | $60,924 | $27,024 |
| Optometry. | First professional | 73 | $93,610 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 73 | — | $17,100 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 69 | — | $31,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 68 | $36,982 | $29,076 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 68 | $82,062 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 66 | $37,413 | $30,995 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 63 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 61 | — | $22,656 |
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 60 | — | $20,308 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 60 | $29,467 | $25,769 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 59 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 58 | $55,898 | $27,000 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences. | Associate's | 56 | — | $19,104 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Ferris State University
Ferris State University is a large institution located in Big Rapids, Michigan, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 8,106 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Engineering tech, Business, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Ferris State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $8,624 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $14,778 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $27,048 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 46.9%, a average completion outcome. 77.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $54,735 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Ferris State University confers degrees and certificates across 26 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Engineering tech, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (26% of credentials), trades & services (18% of credentials), business (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Ferris State University accepts 91% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,012. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 23.
Location & campus
Set in Big Rapids, Michigan (town), Ferris State University draws students from across Michigan and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Ferris State University
Q.How much does Ferris State University cost?
The average net price at Ferris State University is $8,624 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $27,048.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Ferris State University?
Ferris State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 46.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Ferris State University?
Ferris State University admits 91% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Ferris State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Ferris State University graduate earns $54,735 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Ferris State University?
Published tuition is $14,778 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Ferris State University located?
Ferris State University is located in Big Rapids, Michigan (ZIP 49307).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Ferris State University at their official website.