Ferrum College
Ferrum College is a 4-year liberal arts college in rural southwestern Virginia affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Ferrum hosts schools of Arts & Humanities, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences granting bachelor’s degrees in 30 academic majors and the college is home to the second-oldest Environmental Science program in the nation. To provide a break from the classroom, the Ferrum Outdoors program sponsors excursions into the surrounding area for activities such as rock climbing, snowboarding, and disc golf. Additionally, Ferrum College is home to the Blue Ridge Institute and Museum hosting the annual Blue Ridge Folklife Festival.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- United Methodist
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
15%
Submitting ACT
46%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 19
Average SAT Composite: 973
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Bachelor's
Total Number of Students
1,124
Total Number of Undergrads
1,124
Classroom Sizes
0
100
19%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
30%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $36,480
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| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $36,480
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Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
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$12,400
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| Books and Supplies | $800
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Aid & Grants
0
100
73%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
60%
Average Aid Per Year
$24,415
60%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,049
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$19,174
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
86%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,500
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$280
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
50
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
90%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Panthers
School Colors
black and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Old Dominion Athletic Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Washington
Roanoke
University Of Richmond
Norfolk
Lynchburg
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$41,100
What Students Are Saying
3.53
Average Rating
It is a very nice school. It has a lot of activities for students to engage in. There are a lot of nice people on campus also.
Eboni from Cary, NC
Small campus where the teachers make you their priority. Help is always available for those who need it. Everyone on campus supports you from academics to sports.
Anneleisse from Castle Rock, CO
Ferrum College, is a great school to attend, because they have very dedicated teachers that are willing to help 24/7. Ferrum also has a vast verity of activities to keep students happy and active in the community. Last Ferrum College, helps build character, and leaderships skills with there internship programs.
Davian from Clinton, MD
Ferrum College is the best decision that I choose to go to continue further on my education. The teachers and staff are wonderful and are there to help you even if you think their not, plus the students here are friendly. A small college full of wonderful people, who couldn't ask for a better school?
Michaela from Altavista, VA
This college has a great Science and Criminal Justice Departments. Off in the country and surrounded by beautiful mountains and wildlife. Small but overall great campus.
Gabriella from Chesapeake, VA
Ferrum College is located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. There are many activities to participate in on campus. Ferrum is a great place to get a degree and have fun all in the same time frame.
Zachary from Scotland, MD
Ferrum college is a small campus with a nice surrounding area. The small classroom environment allows for close interaction and more individual time with professors/instructors. I would recommend attending this college to anyone who prefers small town areas, and closer relationships with professors.
Micheal from Chesapeake, VA
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