Ball State University
Ball State University (BSU) is a four-years, public school located in Muncie, IN. It is classified as Research University (high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice.
The BSU's 2022 tuition & fees is $10,290 for Indiana residents and $27,524 for out-of-state students. 81% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,868.
The school has a total enrollment of 20,319 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $44,600 and it varies by field of study.
BSU ranked 159th in National Universities and 5th in Indiana Colleges rankings. Ball State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Directory Information
| Address | 2000 University Ave, Muncie, IN 47306 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 765-289-1241 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Research University (high research activity) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of Ball State University are $10,290 for in-state students and $27,524 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $10,144 for in-state students and $26,600 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,440 for Indiana residents and $27,924 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,290 | $27,524 |
| Graduate | $10,144 | $26,600 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,440 | $27,924 |
The 2022-2023 tuition is announced/published officially by the BSU directly. The 2023 graduate tuition & fees is not yet announced or vary by program. The estimation is based on the rate of last year. See the BSU bursar/financial aid page for more information.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at Ball State University is 68.17% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 20.96%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,110.
The average graduation rate is 68%. Total 20,319 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $44,600. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Management Science program shows the highest salary with $60,900 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 68.17% Acceptance Rate / 20.96% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,110 SAT / 24 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 68% |
| Retention Rate | 73%(full-time), 29% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 7.14% (14 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 20,319 (14,898 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $10,868 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $44,600 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $18,300 - $60,900 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Ball State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
BSU provides several student services including academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of BSU. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 7,531. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $6,282.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 7,531 |
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