$11,368
$17,052
not including room and board
in-state out-of-state More Financial Details77%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 8,455 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 2,428 |
| Total Received | 10,883 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Michigan State University | East Lansing, MI |
| University of Detroit Mercy | Detroit, MI |
| Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant, MI |
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale, MI |
| University of Michigan — Ann Arbor | Ann Arbor, MI |
| Calvin College | Grand Rapids, MI |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI |
| Western Michigan University | Kalamazoo, MI |
| Jacksonville University | Jacksonville, FL |
| Kettering University | Flint, MI |
| SAT | 1222 |
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| ACT | 1994 |
Ferris State, founded in 1884, is a public university of career-oriented education. The 935-acre campus is located in Big Rapids, MI, 55 miles North of Grand Rapids.
| Public/private | Public |
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| Campus Enrollment | 14,187 |
| Established in | 1884 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• CAHIIM (Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education) • ABA (American Bar Association) • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.) • ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs) • ACCE (American Council for Construction Education) • ACEN (Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing) • APHE (Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education) • CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) • CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation) • CIDA (Council for Interior Design Accreditation) • CoARC (Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • JRCERT (Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology) • JRCNMT (Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology) • NAACLS (National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences) • NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) |
935-acre campus in Big Rapids (population: 10,437), 50 miles from Grand Rapids; locations in Grand Rapids, Howell, and Traverse City. Served by bus; air and train serve Grand Rapids. Public transportation serves campus.
Ferris State University
1201 South State Street
Big Rapids, MI 49307
| Application fee |
(waived if filed online) |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | no |
| Application deadline | August 1 |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Required of some |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
77%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 8,455 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 2,428 |
| Total Received | 10,883 |
Secondary school record
Character/ personal qualities
Standardized test scores
Alumni/ae relationship
Class rank
Geographical residence
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Jason Daday
Associate Director of Admissions
P: 231 591-2100
F: 231 591-3944
admissions@ferris.edu
| Tuition | $11,368 |
| Room | $5,376 |
| Board | $4,518 |
| Books & supplies | $914 |
| Total | $22,176 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $11,350 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $10,826 |
66%
$11,350
Need-based
| Federal | $22,301,430 |
| State | $628,070 |
| Institutional | $4,915,650 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $27,845,150 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $356,670 |
| State | $10,405,040 |
| Institutional | $16,475,110 |
| Other external | $4,972,220 |
| Total | $32,209,040 |
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32%
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Transfer applicants accepted
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Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements |
High School GPA: 2.50 College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
| Interview | Required of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of Some |
Maximum transfered
90
Minimum transfers must complete
30
Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 43 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada China India Nigeria Saudi Arabia South Korea |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes English lab International student center Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Valerie Campbell
Inernational Admissions Coordinator
231 591-2451
campbev3@ferris.edu
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