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 72.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 19.00%. 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-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,758 | $28,766 |
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| Graduate | $11,992 | $29,196 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,086 | $29,633 |
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| Graduate | $12,353 | $30,078 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
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 |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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