Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI| Region: | Midwest |
|---|---|
| Setting: | Small Town Setting |
| Type: | Public |
| Affiliation: | Not applicable |
| Size: | Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad) |
| Mascot: | Bulldogs |
| Website: | www.ferris.edu |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Selectivity: | Selective |
| In-State Tuition: | $10,354 |
| Out-of-State Tuition: | $16,512 |
| Retention Rate: | 70% |
| Enrollment: | 17,197 |
| Year Established: | 1884 |
About Ferris State University
Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan, offers comprehensive academics and college life activities as well as educational opportunities for students throughout the state.
Ferris State University offers more than 180 bachelor’s, master’s and associate’s degrees. The school’s academics include:
- Allied Health Sciences
- Arts and Sciences
- Education and Human Services
- Optometry
- Pharmacy
- Professional and Technological Studies
Students may also participate in more than 200 different religious, cultural, academic and creative clubs and organizations.
Ferris Statewide is another one of the university’s programs. Ferris Statewide operates more than 15 campus centers throughout the state. This program allows students outside of the Big Rapids region to attend the university without leaving home. Ferris State also offers online degrees.
The university offers a number of different scholarship programs, which provide full or partial tuition assistance to academically exceptional students. Additional types of financial aid include federal grants and loans and work-study programs. To obtain federal financial aid, applicants must complete a FAFSA. Ferris State may require a separate application for school scholarships.
Materials required for admissions include a completed application, transcripts or GED scores, and ACT or SAT scores.
Ratings & Reviews
Overall School Rating:
Rated 4.5 of 5 Stars 2 Reviews
50% of students gave Ferris State University 5 stars overall.
Student Ratings
Michelle Garrity Alumnus - Grad Year 1979
Loved the school
Ferris State University Map & Location
Ferris State University
1201 S State St
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Getting Around Ferris State University
Walkability
Very good walkability. We recommend walking in this area.
Weather
Seasonal average temperatures for Big Rapids, MI
Students
| Full-Time Undergrad Students | 15,753 |
|---|---|
| Freshman Class | 2,017 |
| Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students) | 17,197 |
Ethnic Diversity:
- Latino: 3%
- African American: 7%
- Caucasian: 80%
- American Indian or Alaska native: 1%
- Asian: 1%
- Unknown and Other: 8%
| Latino | 3% |
|---|---|
| African American | 7% |
| Caucasian | 80% |
| American Indian or Alaska native | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Unknown and Other | 8% |
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