Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI · Public
Test scores
Admitted students score between 890 and 1120 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 23
Popular programs at Ferris State University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Criminal Justice and Corrections. | 249 | |
| 2 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 181 | |
| 3 | Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | 107 | |
| 4 | Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | 106 | |
| 5 | Design and Applied Arts. | 101 | |
| 6 | Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | 99 | |
| 7 | Biology, General. | 77 | |
| 8 | Graphic Communications. | 71 | |
| 9 | Construction Management. | 66 | |
| 10 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | 57 | |
| 11 | Accounting and Related Services. | 54 | |
| 12 | Social Work. | 45 | |
| 13 | Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | 43 | |
| 14 | Health and Medical Administrative Services. | 39 | |
| 15 | Psychology, General. | 37 | |
| 16 | Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | 37 | |
| 17 | Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians. | 34 | |
| 18 | Manufacturing Engineering. | 32 | |
| 19 | Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | 30 | |
| 20 | Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | 29 |
Showing top 20 of 56 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Ferris State University?
Ferris State University has an acceptance rate of 91% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Ferris State University?
Admitted students at Ferris State University typically score between 890 and 1120 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Ferris State University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Ferris State University is approximately $8,624 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Ferris State University?
4-year graduation rate data for Ferris State University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
