Ball State
Ball State University
2000 W University Ave, Muncie, United StatesAll photos (10)
Overview of Ball State University (Ball State)
About this school
Ball State University was founded in 1918 and gained university status in 1965. It provides undergraduate students with advantages typically found at both large research universities and small liberal arts colleges. For instance, Ball State is an inexpensive public comprehensive university that is large enough to offer 130 different majors, has more than 300 student organizations, and offers a highly sophisticated computer technology infrastructure. However, like a small liberal arts college, more than 90% of undergraduate classes are taught by full-time faculty, the academic buildings are a short walk from the residence halls, and the average class size is 31. Its 955-acre campus is located in a residential area one mile northwest of downtown Muncie. Campus architecture includes Tudor-Gothic and modern styles.
- www.bsu.edu/
Website
Coeducational
Co-ed
Graduate Students
5,509
Institution Type
Public
Undergraduate Students
- Undergraduate Students:17,004
- Men:6,881 Men (40.5%)
- Women:10,123 Women (59.5%)
Location
Admission Information (Ball State)
Freshman Admission Requirements
Difficulty of Admission
Not reported
High School Preparation
- High School Graduation:
High school diploma required and GED is accepted
- High School Program:
College preparatory program is required
Required Or Recomended High School Units
| Subject | Required Units | Recommended Units |
|---|---|---|
English | 4 | - |
Mathematics | 3 | 4 |
Science | 3 | - |
Foreign Language | - | 3 |
Social Studies | 2 | - |
History | 1 | - |
Academic Electives | - | - |
Examinations Required
| Exam | Required | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT or ACT | Required for some | August 1 |
SAT Only | - | - |
ACT Only | - | - |
SAT and SAT Subject Tests, or ACT | Not used if submitted | August 1 |
SAT Subject Tests Only | Not used if submitted | - |
| Essay/Test | Status | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT Essay Component Policy | Not Reported | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | Accepted with or without writing component | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | SAT: Not used ACT: Not used |
Admission Details
Admissions Office
Address | 2000 West University Avenue |
City, State, Zip | Muncie, IN 47306 |
Phone | (765) 285-8300 |
Fax | (765) 285-1632 |
Email |
Application Dates And Fees
Regular Admission Deadline | - |
Application Fee | $55 |
Application Fee Waiver | Available |
Regular Admission Notification | Not reported |
Accept Offer Of Admission | By May 1 or within 2 weeks if notified after May 1 |
Waiting List Used | No |
Defer Admission | - |
Transfer Admission | Transfer applications accepted |
Early Admission
Early Decision Offered | No |
Early Decision Deadline | - |
Early Decision Notification | - |
Early Action Offered | No |
Early Action Deadline | - |
Early Action Notification | - |
Application Form
Common Application | Not accepted |
Universal College Application | Not accepted |
Electronic Application |
Other Application Requirements
Interview | Not Required |
Essay Or Personal Statement | Required for some freshmen |
Letters Of Recommendation | - |
Other | - |
Financial Need | Financial need is not a consideration in the admissions process |
Selection of Students
Factors involed in acceptance process.
4 star = most important, 1 star = least important.
| Factor | Importance |
|---|---|
Rigor of Secondary School Record | |
Academic GPA | |
Standardized Tests | |
Class Rank | |
Recommendations | |
Essay | |
Interview | |
Level of Applicant's Interest | |
Extracurricular Activities | |
Volunteer Work | |
Particular Talent/Ability | |
Character/Personal Qualities | |
First Generation to Attend College | |
State Residency | |
Geographic Residence | |
Relation with Alumnus | |
Religious Affiliation/Commitment | |
Ethnicity | |
Work Experience |
Profile of Fall Admission
Overall Admission Rate
Overall Admission Rate | 62% of 24,191 applicants were admitted |
Women | 63% of 15,388 applicants were admitted |
Men | 60% of 8,803 applicants were admitted |
Students Enrolled
Students Enrolled | 4,787 (32%) of 15,017 admitted students enrolled |
Women | 2,822 (29%) of 9,701 admitted students enrolled |
Men | 1,965 (37%) of 5,316 admitted students enrolled |
Grade Point Average of Enrolled First-Year Students
Average GPA | 3.50 |
375 And Above | 26% |
3.50 - 3.74 | 18% |
3.25 - 3.49 | 21% |
3.00 - 3.24 | 20% |
2.50 - 2.99 | 15% |
2.00 - 2.49 | - |
SAT Score of Enrolled First-Year Students
Sat Math | 572 average |530-610 range of middle 50% |
• Score 700 - 800 | 2% |
• Score 600 - 700 | 23% |
• Score 500 - 600 | 62% |
• Score 400 - 500 | 13% |
• Score 300 - 400 | 0% |
• Score 200 - 300 | 0% |
• Score 700 - 800 | 4% |
• Score 600 - 700 | 31% |
• Score 500 - 600 | 58% |
• Score 400 - 500 | 7% |
• Score 300 - 400 | 0% |
• Score 200 - 300 | 0% |
ACT Scores of Enrolled First-Year Students
Act Composite | 23 average |20-24 range of middle 50% |
• Score 30 - 36 | 6% |
• Score 24 - 29 | 36% |
• Score 18 - 23 | 56% |
• Score 12 - 17 | 2% |
• Score 6 - 11 | 0% |
• Score 5 Or Below | 0% |
Tuition & Financial Aid (Ball State)
Tuition & Expenses
Cost of Attendance
- Books & Supplies: - In-state: $9,774|Out-of-state: $25,942 (40.26%)
- Room & Board: - $10,034 (41.33%)
- Other Expenses: - $1,334 (5.49%)
- Tuition & Fees: - $3,138 (12.92%)
Books & Supplies
Room & Board
Other Expenses
Tuition & Fees
Payment Plans
Ball State University accepts installment plan
Applying for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Office
Email | - |
Website | |
Net Price Calculator Url |
Application Process
Application Deadline | Priority deadline April 15 |
Award Notification Date | On a rolling basis beginning January 15 |
Methodology For Awarding Institutional Aid | Federal Methodology |
Forms Required
| Forms Required | Filing Cost |
|---|---|
FAFSA| Code is 001786 | Free |
Profile of 2017-18 Financial Aid
First-Year Student
Financial Aid Applicants | 3,835 (96.5%) of freshmen |
Found To Have Financial Need | 3,002 (78.3%) of applicants |
Received Financial Aid | 3,001 (100.0%) of applicants with financial need |
Need Fully Met | 1,147 (38.2%) of aid recipients |
Average Percent Of Need Met | 73% |
Average Award | $14,375 |
• Need-Based Gift | Received by 2,156 (71.8%) of aid recipients, average amount $6,085 |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Received by 2,702 (90.0%) of aid recipients, average amount $4,172 |
• Merit Based Gift | Received by 1,987 (66.2%) of aid recipients |
Merit Based Gift | 511 (12.9%) of freshmen had no financial need and received merit aid, average amount $7,952 |
All Undergraduates
Financial Aid Applicants | 13,152 (87.0%) of undergraduates |
Found To Have Financial Need | 10,516 (80.0%) of applicants |
Received Financial Aid | 10,476 (99.6%) of applicants with financial need |
Need Fully Met | 4,139 (39.5%) of aid recipients |
Average Percent Of Need Met | 71% |
Average Award | $13,416 |
• Need-Based Gift | Received by 6,533 (62.4%) of aid recipients, average amount $6,216 |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Received by 9,331 (89.1%) of aid recipients, average amount $4,687 |
• Merit Based Gift | Received by 5,894 (56.3%) of aid recipients |
Merit Based Gift | 1,912 (12.6%) of undergraduates had no financial need and received merit aid, average amount $8,198 |
Borrowing
2016 Graduates with Loans | 72% |
Average Indebtedness Of 2016 Graduates | $28,295 |
Parents Of Students Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Parents Of Students Not Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Financial Aid Programs
Scholarchips And Grants
Need Based Available | Federal Pell grants, SEOG, State scholarships, Institutional scholarships, Private scholarships |
Non Need Based Available | None |
Non-Need Awards
Academic Interest/Achievement | Architecture, Biological Sciences, Business, Communication, Education, Engineering/Technologies, English, Foreign Languages, Health Fields, Humanities, International Studies, Mathematics, Military Science, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences |
Creative Arts/Performance | Cinema/Film/Broadcasting, Dance, Debating, Journalism/Publications, Music, Performing Arts, Theater/Drama |
Special Achievements/Activities | Community Service, Leadership |
Special Characteristics | Adult Students, Children of Faculty/Staff, Ethnic Background, International Students, Local/State Students, Members of Minorities, Out-of-State Students, Veterans, Veterans' Children |
Employment
Work-Study Programs | Federal work study available, other work study available |
Average Earnings from On-Campus Employment | Not reported |
Academics & Instruction (Ball State)
Academics Overview
Academic Calendar System
Semester
Summer Session
Offered
Graduation Requirements
General Education/Core Cirriculum
Required
Computer
Students not required to own/lease a computer
Foreign Language
Not required
Math/Science
Required for all students
Faculty & Instruction
Full-Time Faculty
1,022
Part-Time Faculty
269
Full-Time Faculty With Ph.D./Terminal Degree
62%
Regular Class Size
- 2-9 students: - 10% of classes
- 10-19 students: - 32% of classes
- 20-29 students: - 36% of classes
- 30-39 students: - 10% of classes
- 40-49 students: - 6% of classes
- 50-99 students: - 4% of classes
- Over 100 students: - 2% of classes
% of Classes
2-9
10-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-99
Over 100 students
# of Students
Discussion Section/Lab Class Size
- Not reported
Advanced Placement
International Baccalaureate
Not reported
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
Accepted for placement and credit
Sophomore Standing
Available through AP examinations
Academic Resources
Libraries
Library Available On Campus | Yes |
Holdings | 955,762 |
Computer Ownership | Students not required to own/lease a computer |
Computers Available On Campus | 578 |
Internet E Mail Access | Not reported |
Academic Support Services
Remedial Instruction
Not Offered
Tutoring
Available
Services for Students Requiring Accommodations
Available
Services for Students with Accessibility Needs
Ball State University provides hearing impaired services, speech disorders services, visually impaired services, wheelchair access
Undergraduate Retention & Graduation
Returning First-Year Students
78.5%
Students Graduating Within 4 Years
47.6%
Students Graduating Within 5 Years
58.9%
Students Graduating Within 6 Years
61.0%
Programs & Majors (Ball State)
Undergraduate Education
Undergraduate Majors (79)
- Accounting
- Actuarial Science
- Anthropology
- Architecture
- Art/Art Studies, General
- Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Business Teacher Education
- Business/Commerce, General
- Business/Managerial Economics
- Chemistry, General
- City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
- Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
- Computer and Information Sciences, General
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Dance, General
- Dietetics/Dietitian
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
- Economics, General
- Education, General
- Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Engineering Technologies and Engineering-Related Fields, Other
- Engineering, General
- English Language and Literature, General
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Environmental Design/Architecture
- Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
- Finance, General
- Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
- French Language and Literature
- General Studies
- Geography
- Geology/Earth Science, General
- German Language and Literature
- Health Teacher Education
- History, General
- Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services, Other
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
- Industrial Technology/Technician
- Japanese Language and Literature
- Journalism
- Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
- Landscape Architecture
- Latin Language and Literature
- Legal Professions and Studies, Other
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Library and Information Science
- Management Information Systems, General
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General
- Mathematics, General
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Music, General
- Music, Other
- Natural Resources/Conservation, General
- Office Management and Supervision
- Operations Management and Supervision
- Philosophy
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Physics, General
- Political Science and Government, General
- Pre-Dentistry Studies
- Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
- Psychology, General
- Radio and Television
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Religion/Religious Studies
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
- Social Sciences, General
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric
- Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
- Urban Studies/Affairs
- Women's Studies
Most Popular Disciplines
Offered
Professional Degree Programs
Some online degree programs
Special Programs
Accelerated program, Cooperative work study program, Student-designed major, Distance learning, Double major, English as a second language, Honors program, Independent study, Internships, Study abroad, Summer session
Study Abroad
Business/marketing, Communication/journalism, Health professions and related sciences
Online Degrees
None
Graduate and Professional Education
Master's Degrees Offered
Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Doctor of Education, Doctor of Arts, Doctor of Audiology
Master's Programs of Study (92)
- Accounting
- Actuarial Science
- Adult Education
- Advertising and Public Relations
- Anthropology
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Architecture
- Art/Fine Arts
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences--General
- Business Administration and Management--General
- Business Education
- Chemistry
- Clinical Psychology
- Cognitive Sciences
- Communication Disorders
- Communication--General
- Computer Education
- Computer Science
- Counseling Psychology
- Counselor Education
- Criminal Justice and Criminology
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Economic Development
- Education of the Gifted
- Education--General
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Educational Measurement and Evaluation
- Educational Media/Instructional Technology
- Educational Psychology
- Elementary Education
- Emergency Management
- English
- English as a Second Language
- Environmental Education
- Environmental Management and Policy
- Exercise and Sports Science
- Family Nurse Practitioner Studies
- Family and Consumer Sciences-General
- Geographic Information Systems
- Geography
- Geology
- Geosciences
- Gerontological Nursing
- Health Promotion
- Higher Education
- Historic Preservation
- History
- Homeland Security
- Human Development
- Information Science
- Interior Design
- Internet and Interactive Multimedia
- Journalism
- Kinesiology and Movement Studies
- Landscape Architecture
- Linguistics
- Management Information Systems
- Mathematics
- Mathematics Education
- Meteorology
- Middle School Education
- Music
- Music Education
- Natural Resources
- Neuroscience
- Nursing Education
- Nursing--General
- Nutrition
- Photography
- Physical Education
- Physics
- Physiology
- Political Science
- Psychology--General
- Public Administration
- Quantitative Analysis
- Reading Education
- Rehabilitation Counseling
- Rhetoric
- School Psychology
- Secondary Education
- Social Psychology
- Sociology
- Special Education
- Speech and Interpersonal Communication
- Sport Psychology
- Sports Management
- Statistics
- Telecommunications
- Urban Design
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Writing
Campus Life (Ball State)
Location & Geography
Population
70,316
Nearest Metropolitan Area
Indianapolis
Campus Size
1,140 acres
Weather
Temperature | 17.2 average low in January, 82.7 average high in September |
Rain | 132 rainy days per year |
Available Transportation
Nearest Bus Station | 2 mile(s) from campus in Muncie |
Nearest Train Station | 56 mile(s) from campus in Indianapolis |
Housing
College Housing
College offers housing to students
Types of Housing
Men only housing, women only housing, coed housing, disabled student housing
Students of College Housing
44% of all students
Housing Restrictions
Freshmen are required to live on campus
Freshman Housing Guarantee
Freshmen are guaranteed housing
Students Living Off Campus/Commuting
56%
Security
24-Hour Emergency Phone/Alarm Devices
Available
24-Hour Security Patrols
Available
Late-Night Transport/Escort Services
Available
Electronically Operated Housing Entrances
Available
Personal Support Services
Health Service
Offered
Personal Counseling
Offered
Child Care
Offered
Sports & Recreation
School Athletics
Athletic Conferences | NCAA Division I |
Mascot | Cardinal |
School Colors | Cardinal and white |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Women)
| Factor | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cheerleading | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Field Hockey | ||
Golf | ||
Gymnastics | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball | ||
Swimming And Diving | ||
Tennis | ||
Track And Field | ||
Volleyball |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Men)
| Sport | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cheerleading | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Field Hockey | ||
Golf | ||
Gymnastics | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball | ||
Swimming And Diving | ||
Tennis | ||
Track And Field | ||
Volleyball |
Recreational Sports
Intramural Sports | badminton, basketball, bowling, golf, racquetball, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, table tennis, tennis, track and field, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball |
Student Activities
Activities And Organizations
Ball State University offers choral groups, marching band, drama theatre, radio station, student newspaper, television station, national fraternities, national sororities, student voluntary services, national society of collegiate scholars, dance marathon, cardinal catholic, national society of leadership and success
Sororities
15.2% of women participate
Fraternities
15% of men participate
ROTC
Army ROTC offered on campus
Student Body
Co-educational
Yes
Number of Full-Time Undergraduates
15,203
Undergraduates
All Undergraduates
17,004
Women
10,123
Men
6,881
Ethnicity of Students from U.S.
- 0.0% American Indian/Alaskan Native
- 1.2% Asian
- 8.6% Black/African-American
- 5.0% Hispanic/Latino
- 3.4% Multi-race (not Hispanic/Latino)
- 0.1% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander
- 80.7% White
- 1.1% Unknown
International Students
1.4% from 33 countries
Average Age
22
Number of Graduate Students
5,509
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