Good

Score: 62/100

Ball State University

4-Year Public

📍 Muncie, Indiana 47306

🌐 https://www.bsu.edu/

Outcomes

B+

75/100

Affordability

49/100

Resources

C+

62/100

Experience

B+

75/100

Prestige

C+

50/100

Quick Stats

20,440

Total Enrollment

63%

Graduation Rate

77%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

72%

Acceptance Rate

$13,017

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Ball State University ▼

5% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,042 students who need housing.

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🏆 Where Ball State University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇

Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities

of 4 schools

🥇

Education/Teaching of Individuals with Autism

of 5 schools

#13

Special Education and Teaching, General

of 100 schools

#15

Educational Psychology

of 26 schools

#16

Business/Commerce, General

of 100 schools

#21

Elementary Education and Teaching

of 100 schools

#23

Educational Leadership and Administration, General

of 100 schools

#25

Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia

of 94 schools

#25

Architecture

of 53 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$8,688	$26,696
Room	$5,594
Board	$6,470
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$26,734	$44,742

Financial Aid

97%

Receive Any Aid

39%

Receive Pell Grants

91%

Take Out Loans

$13,017

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$7,233
$30,001 - $48,000	$9,717
$48,001 - $75,000	$14,882
$75,001 - $110,000	$19,748
$110,001+	$21,756

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities 893 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 425 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals with Autism 337 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 302 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 205 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 200 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 196 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 188 grads/yr Psychology, General 178 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 142 grads/yr Social Work 113 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 95 grads/yr Architecture 88 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 88 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 71 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 70 grads/yr Educational Psychology 70 grads/yr Finance, General 68 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 63 grads/yr Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 62 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Ball State University's top programs commonly pursue.

Education teachers, postsecondary

$72k/yr 74,900 jobs

Special education teachers, secondary school

$70k/yr 164,200 jobs

Special education teachers, all other

$67k/yr 41,000 jobs

Special education teachers, middle school

$65k/yr 94,800 jobs

Special education teachers, preschool

$62k/yr 29,300 jobs

Chief executives

$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Sales managers

$138k/yr 619,500 jobs

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

20,440

Total Students

65%

Women

87%

Traditional Age (18-24)

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 71%

Hispanic 8%

Black 10%

Asian 3%

Two or More 4%

Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 89%

Off-Campus (Renters) 5%

With Family 6%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,042 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%

Hybrid (Some Online) 35%

Fully Online 26%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 87%

25-64 (Adult) 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Ball State University?

Ball State University has an acceptance rate of 72%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Ball State University?

Tuition at Ball State University is $8,688 for in-state students and $26,696 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,017.

What is the graduation rate at Ball State University?

The graduation rate at Ball State University is 63%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Ball State University a good school?

Ball State University has a Repit College Score of 62/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend Ball State University?

Ball State University has a total enrollment of 20,440 students. Most students (87%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

Is there rental demand near Ball State University?

Yes! Approximately 5% of students at Ball State University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,042 students who need rental housing near campus.

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