Muncie, IN

Ball State University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Ball State University is a four-year, public school located in Muncie, IN.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
Ball State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

86% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 21,093 applied, 18,034 accepted, and 3,686 enrolled in BSU.
1,391 men and 2,295 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,160 SAT, 23 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,160 and ACT score is 23. The SAT score of 1160 is good, 59 to 67 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total108011601260
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing550590640
Math530570620
ACT Score
Composite202324
Math192225
English202223
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $11,082 for Indiana residents and $29,630 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $12,342 for Indiana residents and $30,052 for others.
Tuition has increased by 3.00% compared to last year at Ball State University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

9,929 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $12,186.
For freshmen, 3,345 students (97%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $13,046.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 21,089 students enrolled BSU in 2025.
By gender, 7,300 men and 13,789 women students are enrolled.
There are 15,189 undergraduate and 5,900 graduate students.
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282 Major Programs

  • 86 programs through online
  • 88 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of BSU is 62%.
The retention rate is 78% for full-time and 78% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
78%
Students to Faculty Ratio
14 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,256 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for BSU and the average faculty salary is $75,288. The studetns to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.
There are 3,300 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $62,268.
Number of Faculties
1,256
Average Faculty Salary
$75,288
Number of Staffs
3,300
Average Staff Salary
$62,268

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Ball State University is a member of Mid-American Conference (MAC).
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