Ferris State University

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The average annual net price that a student who receives federal financial aid pays to cover expenses (e.g. tuition, living expenses, etc.) to attend the school's largest program. Net price is the program's cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received. For public schools, this is only the average cost for in-state students. Negative cost values indicate that the average grant/scholarship aid exceeded the cost of attendance.

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About Ferris State University

Ferris State University is a public university in Big Rapids, Michigan. Established as Big Rapids Industrial School in 1884, FSU enrolls approximately 15,000 students annually across its 20 individual campuses and learning centers.

Ferris State University offers the following healthcare-related courses:

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Recent news about Ferris State University

Ferris State University opens new Dry Eye Clinic

The clinic is run by the university's Michigan College of Optometry. Dr. Christopher Albright and his fourth-year students evaluate patients for dry eye disease.

November 4, 2024
Ferris State University opens expanded food pantry on campus

After receiving the results of a student survey, Ferris State University has decided to open an expanded food pantry for enrolled students to combat food insecurity and assist academic success.

September 7, 2024
Ferris State University earns National Science Foundation grant to create new program

The university will use the grant to develop and implement a new program, Sustainable Transportation Service Technology.

June 28, 2024
Ferris State University receives National Science Foundation grant for cancer treatment research

Eric Nybo, Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences, previously received a National Science Foundation grant for the project in 2020.

May 8, 2024
Ferris State University scores second place in National Esports Awards

Ferris State University placed second in the category for Institution of the Year.

December 30, 2023
Ferris State University offers new pathway for Detroit students to enter careers in golf

Partnering with nonprofit Golf Links Detroit, Ferris State University will begin recruiting students in Detroit high schools for its PGA Professional Golf Management program.

December 1, 2023
Ferris State University president awarded by Michigan College Access Network for his work to make college accessible

Bill Pink received the Lighthouse Award this year in his second year as president of Ferris State University.

November 14, 2023
Ferris State University’s new esports arena nears completion

As part of the new $32 million Center for Virtual Learning at Ferris State University, the school is building a state of the art esports arena that will be the only one of its kind in the state of Michigan.

August 8, 2023
Ferris State University hosts inaugural Alpha Alpha Alpha induction ceremony

Ferris State University inducted 27 students and six faculty and staff into the Tri Alpha National Honor Society in late April.

May 12, 2023
NSA and Ferris State University team up to prepare students for STEM careers

The National Security Agency and Ferris State University have partnered to provide NSA resources to students, faculty, and staff in the artificial intelligence, database management, data analytics, and space cybersecurity fields.

February 15, 2023
Ferris State University to host Veterans Day Breakfast November 11

Ferris State University’s annual Veterans Day Breakfast returns. President Bill Pink will speak at the event along with an honor guard and flag ceremony.

November 9, 2022
Dr. Bill Pink to become next president of Ferris State University

After an exhaustive nationwide search, the Ferris State University Board of Trustees has unanimously selected current Grand Rapids Community College president Dr. Bill Pink to be the 19th president of FSU. An official vote will be held in Big Rapids on May 6.

April 11, 2022
Dental Hygiene students from Ferris State University bring instruction to special needs students

A community outreach program through FSU brings students from the college and area schools together for education on dental hygiene techniques.

June 22, 2021
Trustees approve construction of $29.5 million Virtual Learning Center at Ferris State University

Construction of a new Virtual Learning Center at Ferris State University has received final approval. Administrators say it will help FSU demonstrate its leadership in innovation and technology.

March 18, 2021
A newly awarded grant will help associate professor at Ferris State University research medicines that could potentially slow the spread of cancer in the body

The technology being researched by FSU Associate Professor of Medicinal Chemistry, Dr. Sonali Kurup, uses enzymes to inhibit cancer cell division.

March 18, 2021
FSU receives Michigan Humanities Grant to preserve photos at the Jim Crow Museum

A recent grant awarded to Ferris State University will allow the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia to invest in preserving and displaying a collection of photos from the Civil Rights Movement.

December 2, 2020
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