Automotive Management
Move forward at the speed of the auto industry.
Future Bulldogs
Get your hands dirty. Get experience. Get where you're going faster. Unleash your potential at Ferris State University and discover the degree programs, experiences, and support that can help you build your future right now.
Degree Programs
These aren’t just stories. They’re real degree programs. Explore how Ferris State students turn their passions into careers.
Degree programs in high-demand fields
Most affordable colleges in the midwest
Student to faculty ratio keeps classes small
Degree programs in high-demand fields
Most affordable colleges in the midwest
Student to faculty ratio keeps classes small
Ferris State Locations
From Big Rapids to Grand Rapids and beyond, Ferris State is connected to communities across Michigan.
Explore the hubs, partnerships, and campuses that help Bulldogs feel at home all over the state.
Located in one of Michigan’s most scenic regions, the Traverse City hub blends career-focused programs with strong connections to local industries.
Home to Kendall College of Art and Design, our GR campus connects you to creativity, culture, and career opportunities.
Our Flint Hub offers accessible, career-driven programs with strong ties to healthcare, business, and community partnerships.
Serving the state’s largest metro area, our Metro Detroit Hub connects students to powerful industry networks and real-world opportunities.
With deep ties to healthcare and regional employers, the Kalamazoo hub offers flexible programs designed to meet workforce needs.
Our largest campus and the heart of Ferris State, Big Rapids is where tradition, community, and hands-on learning come together in a true college town experience.
Student Life
There’s always something happening at Ferris State. From student orgs and campus events to life in our residence halls, this is where unforgettable memories take shape.
From club sports to the Ukulele Club, our student orgs fuel the fun on campus. Find one of our 220+ orgs that matches your vibe and let the adventures begin.
Explore Student Orgs
From concerts and comedians to campus traditions, events are the pulse of life as a Bulldog. Get ready to make memories that last a lifetime.
Find Campus Events
More than a place to stay, your residence hall is your home base for unforgettable experiences and a front-row seat to the heart of campus life.
Discover Housing
Student Support
At Ferris State, support is never far away. From mental health and advising to tutoring and your first days on campus, Bulldogs have a team ready to help them grow, adjust, and succeed.
College can be exciting, stressful, and everything in between. At Ferris State, Bulldogs have access to free mental health support for challenges like stress, anxiety, trauma, substance use, and more.
Your advisors are more than schedulers. They are your co-pilots, helping you navigate decisions, stay on track, and move confidently toward the future you want.
Every Bulldog needs backup. Ferris State offers free tutoring to help you strengthen skills, build confidence, and tackle tough classes with expert support.
Starting strong matters. Bulldog Beginnings helps you jump into Ferris State life, meet fellow Bulldogs, explore resources, and build connections from day one.
Financial Aid
Paying for college is a big decision. At Ferris State, financial aid experts help you understand your options, find scholarships, and make decisions with confidence.
Affordability Starts Here
Ferris State offers scholarships, one-on-one guidance, and real tools to help you build a plan that works for you.
Featured Support
Eligible freshmen may qualify for tuition help through the Ferris Pledge. This program puts your Ferris State degree within reach with zero out-of-pocket expenses. Meet a financial aid expert for details.
Top Scholarship
Up to $10,000 per year or $40,000 over four years.
Merit Scholarship
Up to $6,500 per year or $26,000 over four years.
Merit Scholarship
Up to $5,500 per year, or $22,000 over four years.
Automatic Opportunity
If you're a new freshman, you'll be automatically considered for all of our Woodbridge N. Ferris Scholarships.
Athletics
From the ice to the court to the field, Bulldogs compete with grit, pride, and a championship mindset. Visit campus, catch a game, and experience the energy that makes Ferris State athletics unforgettable.
Championship culture is part of campus life
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National Champions
2021, 2022, 2024, 2025
National Champions
2021
National Semifinalists
2024
Conference Champions
2016
Admissions
Questions about applying, deadlines, or your next steps? Our admissions team is here to help.