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What are your chances at Ball State University?

Muncie, IN · Public · 13,988 students

86%admitted
85.5% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 86 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students1080–1260
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What Ball State University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$14,940
per year, after grants · sticker $26,146
Median earnings
$51,833
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
62.3%
finish within six years
Median debt
$23,250
at graduation · about $246/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$7,834
$30,000 – $48,000$9,848
$48,000 – $75,000$14,333
$75,000 – $110,000$19,567
Over $110,000$23,479

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Ball State University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Ball State University

Ball State University accepts about 85.5% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 1080 and 1260 on the SAT, or 20–24 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.