School Overview

The school's main campus is located in a small town (in Big Rapids, MI). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's (and professional) degree.

Contacting the School

901 S State St
Big Rapids, MI 49307-2251
Main Phone: (231) 591-2000
Web Site: www.ferris.edu/

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 9,637 (full-time equivalent) students. 93.9% of students attend full-time, while 6.1% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 1,215 male students and 983 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 55.3% of the student body, while females made up 44.7%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (8)%, Hispanic (1)%, Asian (2)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

Degree Levels

• Certificate, < 1 year
• Certificate, 1-2 years
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• First-Professional Degree

Degree Programs

Agribusiness

• Horticulture

• Accounting
• Administrative And Secretarial
• Business Administration
• Enterprise Management
• Finance
• Hospitality
• Human Resource
• International Business
• Marketing
• Other Business And Management
• Real Estate

• Advertising
• Public Relations

• Communications Technology And Technician

• Other Computer Science

• Teacher
• Vocational Teaching

• Architectural Engineering Technology
• Civil Engineering Technology
• Electronic And Computer Technology
• Engineering Technologies
• Environmental Control
• Industrial Equipment Technology
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Quality Control And Safety

• Other English Language And Literature
• Rhetoric And Speech
• Technical Writing And Business Writing

• Dental Laboratory And Dental Hygienist
• Medical Diagnostics Technician
• Medical Laboratory Technician
• Medical Office
• Nursing
• Ophthalmology
• Optometry
• Pharmacy
• Pre Med
• Public Health

• Child Care

• Liberal Arts

• Biological And Physical Sciences

• Law And Legal

• Facility Management

• Biology

• Applied Mathematics

• Commercial Art And Design
• Fine Arts
• Music

• Culinary

• Drafting
• Metal Work And Machinist
• Printing Press Operator
• Woodworking

• Criminal Justice

• General Psychology

• Public Administration
• Social Work

• Engine And Automotive
• Industrial Equipment Maintenance

• Distribution And Sales Management
• Other Sales And Marketing
• Recreation And Hospitality Management

• Physical Science Technology

School Accreditation

Ferris State University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

Ferris State University is accredited regionally by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NCACHE). The school is state accredited.

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

Ferris State University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

• Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (for football, basketball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

• Remedial assistance
• AP credits
• Credit for life experience
• Distance learning options
• Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

• ROTC
• Student employment services
• Career counseling
• Placement services for graduates
• On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

Admission Requirements

• High-school GPA is required.
• Secondary school record is required.
• Standardized test scores are required.
• The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

• Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.
• Recommendations are neither required nor recommended.
• A college preparatory program is neither required nor recommended.
• A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.