Mission
Ferris State University prepares students for successful careers, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Through its many partnerships and its career-oriented, broad-based education, Ferris serves our rapidly changing global economy and society.
Vision Statement
Ferris State University will be:
The recognized leader in integrative education, where theory meets practice throughout the curriculum, and where multi-disciplinary skills important in a global economy are developed with the result that Ferris State University will also be:
* The preferred choice for students who seek specialized, innovative, career- and life-enhancing education
* The premier educational partner for government, communities, agencies, businesses, and industries through applied research and joint ventures
* A stimulating, student-centered academic environment that fosters life-long engagement, leadership, citizenship, and continuing intellectual development
* A university that aligns its practices and resources in support of its core values of collaboration, diversity, ethical community, excellence, learning, and opportunity
Adopted March 21, 2008
Core Values
* Collaboration: Ferris contributes to the advancement of society by building partnerships with students, alumni, business and industry, government bodies, accrediting agencies, and the communities the University serves.
* Diversity: By providing a campus which is supportive, safe, and welcoming, Ferris embraces a diversity of ideas, beliefs, and cultures.
* Ethical Community: Ferris recognizes the inherent dignity of each member of the University community and treats everyone with respect. Our actions are guided by fairness, honesty, and integrity.
* Excellence: Committed to innovation and creativity, Ferris strives to produce the highest quality outcomes in all its endeavors.
* Learning: Ferris State University values education that is career-oriented, balances theory and practice, develops critical thinking, emphasizes active learning, and fosters responsibility and the desire for the lifelong pursuit of knowledge.
* Opportunity: Ferris, with a focus on developing career skills and knowledge, provides opportunities for civic engagement, leadership development, advancement, and success.
Ferris State University has a main campus in Big Rapids, Michigan, in Mecosta County and a secondary campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and smaller programs located throughout the region. It is known for its high rate of employment amongst graduates.
Ferris State University consists of eight colleges: Allied Health Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Human Services, Optometry, Pharmacy, Technology, and Kendall College of Art and Design. Ferris grants doctorate degrees via its Optometry and Pharmacy colleges. Kendall College of Art and Design is a satellite campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan with over 30 degree programs on-site locally. Via a partnership arrangement, Ferris also grants Bachelor's degrees to graduates of the Great Lakes Maritime Academy at Northwestern Michigan College.
As of the Fall 2006 semester, a record 12,578 students were enrolled at Ferris State University, approximately 85% of whom attend class on the main campus in Big Rapids. The majority of the remainder are at its locations in downtown Grand Rapids: Kendall and the Applied Technology Center. The university's faculty-student ratio is 1:15, and all classes are taught by professional instructors, not graduate assistants.
As of 2003, Ferris State University was the largest employer in Mecosta County.
The Ferris Ice Arena and Sports Complex features basketball courts, volleyball courts, hockey rink and a general ice-skating rink located in the Ewigleben Arena, named after former college president Robert Ewigleben. This sports complex hosts university and high school competitions as well as community sports programs.
The university is home to the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia, an extensive collection of everyday items that promote racial segregation or present racial stereotypes of African Americans, for the purpose of academic research and education about their cultural influence.
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| Percent of Students International: | 2% |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 37% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | Yes |
| Member of: | NAA, NCAA |
| Sports Include: |
Football (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf) Basketball (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf) Track (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf) |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-State | Out-of-State | |
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 6,686 | $ 13,370 | |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 6,740 | $ 13,480 | |
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 142 | $ 142 | |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 3,280 | 37% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 1,250 | 52% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 3,650 | 43% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 3,425 | 66% | |
Any Aid: |
80% |
| Acceptance Rate: | 66% (Selective) |
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| % of Students Submitting ACT Scores: | 96% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Composite: 18, Verbal: 16, Math: 17 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Composite: 23, Verbal: 23, Math: 24 |
| Application Fee: | $ 30.00 |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies: | Not Required |
| High School Diploma or Equivalent: | Not Required |
| High School GPA: | Required |
| High School Rank: | Not Required |
| High School Record: | Required |
| Recommendations: | Not Required |
| TOEFL: | Required |
| Test Scores: | Required |
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Question:
Ferris State University?
Has anyone ever attended Ferris State University, specifically the HVAC Engineering Technoloy Degree? I am wondering how is the school and also how is the surroundign area? Is the school safe feeling, good instructors, and concerned administrative personal. Also the surrounding area good to raise a family, low crime, family oriented area. If so what are the best counties that follow these guidelines?
23 months ago
Best Answer
i graduated from ferris. great sports program very safe
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