Ball State University
Public university · Muncie, IN · 13,988 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
86%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1080–1260
ACT (middle 50%)
20–24
Average net price
$13,877
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$26,787
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
62%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Ball State University?
Ball State University accepts about 86 of every 100 applicants (86%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1080 and 1260 on the SAT. A score at or above 1260 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1080, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–24.
The latest federal data says Ball State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Ball State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Ball State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $26,787 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $13,877 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $11,082 for IN residents and $29,630 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$11,082
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$29,630
- Room & board$12,580
- Total cost of attendance$26,787
- Average net price after grants$13,877
Popular majors
Business, Education, Communications, Psychology, Liberal Arts & General Studies.
Ball State University FAQ
- What is Ball State University's acceptance rate?
- 86% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Ball State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1080–1260. Aim for 1260 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Ball State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–24.
- Is Ball State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Ball State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Ball State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Ball State University cost?
- About $26,787 a year before aid; $13,877 on average after grants.
- What is Ball State University's FAFSA school code?
- 001786. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Ball State University receives your information.
- What is Ball State University's graduation rate?
- 62% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Ball State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trine UniversityAngola, IN | 85% | — | $19,748 | 70% |
| Butler UniversityIndianapolis, IN | 85% | 1160–1350 | $37,499 | 77% |
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| Indiana University-SoutheastNew Albany, IN | 84% | 970–1180 | $10,026 | 39% |
| Goshen CollegeGoshen, IN | 84% | 880–1110 | $13,404 | 59% |
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