Ball State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Ball State University admits about 85.5% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1080–1260 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 21–27 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Ball State University At a Glance
| Location | Muncie, Indiana |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 13,988 |
| Acceptance Rate | 85.5% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 550-640 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 530-620 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1080-1260 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1160 |
| ACT Range | 20-24 |
| Average Net Price | $13,877/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $11,082/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $29,630/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 61.6% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 77.7% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $56,674 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $20,500 |
How Ball State University Compares
Ball State University is more selective than about 36% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 13,988 students, it is larger than about 43% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ball State University's acceptance rate?
Ball State University's acceptance rate is about 85.5%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Ball State University?
Admitted students at Ball State University typically report a combined SAT score between 1080 and 1260 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Ball State University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Ball State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Ball State University?
The average net price reported for Ball State University is $13,877 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.