At a glance
Average net price
$20,082
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
31.9%
Admission rate
89%
Undergrad size
699
In-state tuition
$28,520
Out-of-state tuition
$28,520
Cost of attendance
$54,526
Median earnings (10y)
$44,296
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 64.1%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
15 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by trades & services (25%), health (19%), humanities & arts (18%).
- STEM10%
- Health19%
- Business10%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences17%
- Trades & services25%
- Health professions19.3%~135 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~78 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business10.4%~72 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education9.6%~67 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts9.6%~67 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture7.4%~52 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~47 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology4.4%~31 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science3.7%~26 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication2.2%~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.5%~10 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
23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 44 | $28,122 | $31,000 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 21 | $34,667 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 21 | $37,394 | — |
| Agriculture, General. | Bachelor's | 19 | — | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | $27,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 14 | $33,791 | $29,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | — | $25,382 | $27,000 |
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 Ferrum College
Ferrum College is a small institution located in Ferrum, Virginia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 699 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Homeland security & law enforcement, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Ferrum College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,082 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $28,520 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $54,526 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 31.9%, a average completion outcome. 64.1% 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 $44,296 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Ferrum College confers degrees and certificates across 15 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Homeland security & law enforcement, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (25% of credentials), health (19% of credentials), humanities & arts (18% 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
Ferrum College accepts 89% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in Ferrum, Virginia (rural), Ferrum College draws students from across Virginia 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 Ferrum College
Q.How much does Ferrum College cost?
The average net price at Ferrum College is $20,082 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $54,526.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Ferrum College?
Ferrum College has a 6-year graduation rate of 31.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Ferrum College?
Ferrum College admits 89% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Ferrum College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Ferrum College graduate earns $44,296 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Ferrum College?
Published tuition is $28,520 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Ferrum College located?
Ferrum College is located in Ferrum, Virginia (ZIP 24088).
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 Ferrum College at their official website.