School Overview

The following table shows the basic characteristic of Ball State University and directory information. You may want to visit the school's website to check application deadlines, requirements, and financial information.
Contact Information
Address2000 W. University Ave, Muncie, IN 47306
Phone765-289-1241
WEBhttps://www.bsu.edu/
Admission Information
Admissionhttps://www.bsu.edu/web/admissions/
Online Applicationhttps://www.bsu.edu/admissions/undergraduate-admissions/apply-now
Financial Aidhttps://www.bsu.edu/admissions/financial-aid-and-scholarships
Net Price Calculatorhttps://bsu.studentaidcalculator.com/survey.aspx
Veterans Tuitionhttps://www.bsu.edu/admissions/financial-aid-and-scholarships/types/veterans-affairs
Athletichttps://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/oirds/student-consumer
Disability Servicehttps://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/disability-services
School Category
School TypePublic, 4 years
Carnegie CategoryResearch University with high research activity
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice

Acceptance Rate and Admission Statistics

The acceptance rate of Ball State University is 72.00% and the yield (also known as enrollment rate) is 19.00%. The application fees are $60 for undergraduate programs and $60 for graduate programs.
Open Admission Policy✗
Acceptance Rate72.00 %
Yield (Enrollment Rate)19.00 %
Undergraduate Application Fees$60
Graduate Application Fees$60
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Tuition & Fees

BSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $10,758 for Indiana residents and $28,766 for out-of-students. The undergraduate tuition increased by 3.02% compared to the last year's rate based on out-of-state rate ($27,924).
For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $11,992 for Indiana residents and $29,196 for out-of-students. The graduate tuition increased by 3.02% compared to the last year's rate.
Indiana ResidentsOut-of-State
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees$10,758$28,766
Graduate Tuition & Fees$11,992$29,196
*Data Source: 2023-2024 Tuition & Fees - NCES (Last Update: 03/01/2024)
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Student Population

A total of 19,777 students have enrolled for the academic year 2023-2024. Among them, 5,040 students have enrolled online exclusively to earn their degrees. BSU has 14,416 undergraduate students and the graduate school has 5,361 students. You can check student population by gender, age, race/ethnicity, attending status, and online learning.
Total Students19,777
Undergraduate Students14,416
Graduate Students5,361
Online Enrollment5,040
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Offered Degrees and On-Campus Services

BSU offers 285 programs including both undergraduate and graduate programs. 81 out of the 285 programs are offerd via distace learning (online programs).
The following tables summarizes the offered programs, on-campus services, and special learning opportunities offered by BSU
Offered DegreesOn-Campus ServicesLearning opportunities
Number of programs285 Programs
Number of online programs81 Programs
Offered Degrees/ProgramsCertificates of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 year
1 Year Certificate
Associate
Bachelor's
Post-Bachelor Certificate
Master's
Post-Master Certificate
Doctorate (Research)
Doctorate (Professional Practice)
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Academic/career counseling service✔
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Placement services for completers✔
On-campus day care for students✗
Distance Learning (online classes)✔
ROTC✔
Study Abroad✔
Weekend/Evening College✔
Teacher Certification✔