Ball State University (BSU) is a four-year, public school located in Muncie, IN. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The BSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $10,758 for Indiana residents and $28,766 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 87% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,706.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 19,777 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).

BSU's acceptance rate is 71.60% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 18.64%. The median SAT scores is 1160 and the ACT socre is 27.

BSU ranked 159th in National Universities and 5th in Indiana Colleges rankings. Ball State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Ball State University is $10,758 for in-state students and $28,766 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $11,992 for in-state students and $29,196 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,086 for Indiana residents and $29,633 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,353 for Indiana residents and $30,078 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$10,758$28,766
Graduate$11,992$29,196
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$11,086$29,633
Graduate$12,353$30,078

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »71.60% Acceptance Rate / 18.64% Yield
Test Scores »1,160 SAT / 27 ACT
Graduation Rate »63%
Transfer-out Rate23%
Retention Rate73%(full-time), 57% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.67% (15 to 1)
Student Population »19,777 (14,416 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$10,706

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus 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.

Special Learning Opportunities at BSU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Ball State University Directory Information

Address2000 University Ave, Muncie, IN 47306
Phone765-289-1241
WEBSchool's Website
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AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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