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Ferris State University

Big Rapids, Michigan · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,339

Acceptance Rate

81%

Graduation Rate

49%

Annual Tuition

$13,630

At a Glance

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Total Students

8,087

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Retention Rate

73%

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Faculty Ratio

15

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Financial Aid

47%

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Median Debt

$21,000

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Campus Setting

Town

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Ferris State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 80.6%. The university has a student body of 8,087. The average in-state tuition is $13,630. Approximately 47% of students receive financial aid.

Graduation rates are 48.6%, and the retention rate is 72.8%. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $49,361. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $47,339, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $54,735. The median debt for graduates is $21,000.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$49k

1 YEAR

$47k

5 YEARS

$55k

10 YEARS

Top 42% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Ferris State University alumni earn a median salary of $49,361. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $47,339. Ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $54,735. The median debt for graduates is $21,000.

Ferris State University has an 80.6% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 48.6%, and the retention rate is 72.8%. 47% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $13,630.

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Campus Location

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Big Rapids, Michigan

Big Rapids, MI 49307-2251

Ferris State University is located in Big Rapids, Michigan. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ferris State University has an acceptance rate of 81%.