Ball State University
- 4 Year
- MUNCIE, IN
CollegeGrad School
Ball State University
- 4 Year
- MUNCIE, IN
- Rating 3.71 out of 5 3,931 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B
- Valuegrade B+
- Diversitygrade B+
- Campusgrade A minus
- Athleticsgrade A minus
- Party Scenegrade A
- Professorsgrade A minus
- Locationgrade C
- Dormsgrade A
- Campus Foodgrade A
- Student Lifegrade A minus
- Safetygrade B minus
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Athletics Division
NCAA Division I-FBS
Athletics Conference
Mid-American Conference
Ball State University Rankings
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BSU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
69%
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
SAT Range
1090-1260
ACT Range
23-28
Application Fee
$60
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
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Net Price
$12,615 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$11,418 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
98%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade A minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
13:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
81%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 262 responses59%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 326 responses60%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 326 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Liberal Arts and Humanities223 Graduates
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia197 Graduates
- Psychology189 Graduates
- Business174 Graduates
- Nursing159 Graduates
- Biology137 Graduates
- Elementary Education129 Graduates
- Criminal Justice and Safety Studies122 Graduates
- Marketing97 Graduates
- Drama and Theatre Production85 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
13
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
2
Online Associates Programs
4
Online Bachelor's Programs
7
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
12,622 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,794
Undergrads Over 25
5%
Pell Grant
42%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
No data available
Poll
60%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 352 responsesPoll
51%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 395 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$41,100 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
64%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
95%
National
83%84%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 168 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Ball State University Reviews
Rating 3.71 out of 5 3,931 reviews
I appreciate Ball State's many opportunities that allow students to connect and explore their collective interests. It seems like there is a club for pretty much anything you can think of. There are tons of great theater events to attend, however, the on-campus college-regulated parties are a bit lackluster. I have not participated in the party experience off campus because I feel unsafe traveling to and attending these events. I am not interested in the rowdy fraternity party scene so I can't report on any of my own experiences. But, from what I have heard from others they are not always safe, especially for female-presenting people. But this issue is definitely not unique to Ball State.
I thought Ball State University was a good school. I was happy with my choice to go there. By the end, I felt like I could've been challenged more by the school and its academics, but otherwise, it was good. The professors were good for the most part. I think there could've been more in each department since some professors don't line up with every students learning style. The campus itself is beautiful. It's big enough where you can always meet new people, but it's small enough where you can get around easily and see your friends often. The school was well rounded, and having to take a variety of classes was beneficial. Although I didn't finish it, I highly recommend the honors classes because the cultures courses have been useful, and I reference those classes most. Being involved is super important for having a social life and getting experience in your field. I highly recommend getting out of your comfort zone. Muncie has character and isn't as bad as people say it is.
My first year of college has been a mix of excitement and challenges. I've had the opportunity to meet new people, engage in interesting courses, and participate in various extracurricular activities. The academic workload has been intense, but it's also been rewarding to see my progress. Living away from home has taught me independence and time management.