Life on Campus

Life on Campus - Information

In 1884 Woodbridge N. Ferris founded an educational institution in Big Rapids to help working men and women in Michigan. The University has grown into an 880-acre campus with state-of-the-art facilities.

Ferris students study in more than 170 different educational programs -- including doctorates, master's, bachelor's and associate degrees.

Approximately 220 student organizations are active on campus, catering to students' social, athletic, political, academic, performing arts and religious activities and interests.

Arts and cultural events, varsity athletics and an extensive intramural sports program further enrich student life.