Ferris State University — acceptance rate 81%, tuition $14,140Ferris State University campus, Big Rapids, MI. Photo: Michael Barera, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
66/100
Affordability
C+
58/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
D
32/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
9,918
Total Enrollment
48%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
81%
Acceptance Rate
$13,154
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Ferris State University ▼
9%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Ferris State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$54,735
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$47,339
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$21,000
Median debt at graduation
46.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,012
Average SAT
23
Median ACT
34.2%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 59th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MI wage index 0.90). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Ferris State University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
The Ferris State University Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $243,035
Avg rent near campus: $1,061/mo — vs ~$628/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49320 (3.7% cap, Chippewa Lake)
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🏆 Where Ferris State University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~912 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person53%
Hybrid (Some Online)31%
Fully Online16%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)78%
25-64 (Adult)15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Ferris State University?
Ferris State University has an acceptance rate of 81%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Ferris State University?
Tuition at Ferris State University is
$14,140 for in-state students
and $14,140 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,154.
What is the graduation rate at Ferris State University?
The graduation rate at Ferris State University is 48%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Ferris State University a good school?
Ferris State University has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+).
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 (A): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Ferris State University?
Ferris State University has a total enrollment of 9,918 students.
Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Ferris State University?
Yes! Approximately 9% of students at Ferris State University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 912 students who need rental housing near campus.
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