BSU Description
Some schools offer an immersive education or a variety of resources. At Ball State University, you get both.
From humble beginnings over 100 years ago as Eastern Indiana Normal School, Ball State has grown to become a widely respected research institution. With an enrollment that grows each year, BSU is a large academic community that continues to expand.
One of Ball State’s strengths is the breadth of is academics. There are more than 170 undergraduate and 100 graduate programs, with plenty of quality to go along with the quantity. BSU’s programs in architecture, telecommunications, education, entrepreneurship and nursing are particularly highly regarded.
Ball State University stresses experiential learning, and there are plenty of ways to get involved. In addition to internships and study abroad programs, numerous clubs and organizations help enrich life at BSU. There are hundreds student life opportunities available, from Greek life to student government and everything in between.
In addition to government financial aid programs, Ball State awards over 500 scholarships per year to eligible students. These are based on a variety of criteria, including academics, need, and athletic or creative ability. Whatever your strengths or interests, there’s a scholarship to apply for at BSU.
Quick Facts
Location
Midwest
Setting
Large Town Setting
Type
Public
Size
Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot
Cardinals
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
Yes
In-State Tuition
$7,830
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,398
Selectivity
Selective
Enrollment
21,079
BSU Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 16,832
- Freshman Class
- 4,178
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 21,079
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 79%
- Graduate
- 21%
Full-Time vs. Part-time Students
- Full-Time
- 99%
- Part-Time
- 1%
Gender of Students
- Women
- 55%
- Men
- 45%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 6%
- Caucasian
- 84%
- Latino
- 2%
- Other
- 8%
International Students
- International
- 1%
- Domestic
- 99%
