Private Nonprofit Institution Ferrum, VA
Ferrum College
Four-year college
Ferrum College is a private nonprofit smaller four-year college in Ferrum, VA, focused on bachelor’s-level study with a rural campus setting, with about 699 undergraduates, an acceptance rate of about 89.0%, listed tuition around $28,520 and typical net price of $20,082 after grants, first-year retention of 64.1%, about 31.9% of students graduating within six years, and median earnings of $36,418 six years after enrollment.
Grade for Ferrum College
Letter grades from Best Universities methodology. Overall grade blends the categories below for schools in that ranking cohort.
Overall grade
D-
Best Universities compares this school with national benchmarks for similar institutions.
$20,082Average net price
31.9%Graduation rate
$36,418Median earnings, 6 years after entry
54.3%Pell Grant recipient share
Key facts for Ferrum College
Key rankings for Ferrum College
Where Ferrum College ranks among four-year colleges nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#916 of 1,811
Net Price
#1,455 of 1,816
Earnings
#1,480 of 1,808
Retention
#1,591 of 1,850
Graduation
#1,471 of 1,767
Debt
What stands out at Ferrum College
Ferrum College in Ferrum, VA is a four-year college where bachelor’s-level study is the main focus.
- Rural (somewhat remote)
- 699 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid sits above the national median for similar schools while six-year earnings fall short of it. That combination deserves a closer look at aid packages and likely majors.
Both first-year retention and graduation sit below national benchmarks for similar schools. Counselors often explore that pattern with the college’s advising, financial aid, and completion programs.
Admission is relatively open compared with similar schools while Pell Grant use runs high—together that suggests a broadly accessible undergraduate population in these figures.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Ferrum College
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
In-state tuition is above the national median of $19,284 for similar four-year colleges, while out-of-state tuition is above the national median of $26,816.
How Ferrum College compares
Figures are for four-year colleges. State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Southeast (region 5).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (VA) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $20,082Above national median | $21,565 | $18,796 | $19,923 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $36,418Below national median | $45,080 | $39,566 | $45,225 |
| Retention | 64.1%Below national median | 75.6% | 71.9% | 74.9% |
| Graduation | 31.9%Below national median | 56.9% | 48.8% | 54.4% |
| Acceptance rate | 89.0%Above national median | 81.4% | 74.3% | 77.0% |
| Pell share | 54.3%Above national median | 31.0% | 37.9% | 33.9% |
| Median debt | $27,000Above national median | $25,000 | $24,053 | $23,250 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Ferrum College
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Ferrum College
Common questions about Ferrum College, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Ferrum College located?
Ferrum College is located in Ferrum, VA. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Ferrum College?
Ferrum College is a private nonprofit four-year college. Best Universities compares it with similar four-year institutions for ranking and benchmark purposes.
How much does it cost to attend Ferrum College (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $28,520 for in-state students and $28,520 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $20,082. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Ferrum College's acceptance rate?
The overall undergraduate acceptance rate is about 89.0% for the year shown. Selectivity can vary by program or campus; check admissions for the path you care about.
How large is Ferrum College's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 699. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Ferrum College?
Median earnings six years after entry at Ferrum College are roughly $36,418. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 31.9% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Ferrum College?
Among similar schools nationwide, Ferrum College stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#916 of 1,811); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#1,455 of 1,816); First-year retention (#1,480 of 1,808); Graduation rate (#1,591 of 1,850); Median loan debt (#1,471 of 1,767). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Ferrum College?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Ferrum College’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
All figures for Ferrum College Expand to view
A fuller table of the figures Best Universities uses for this school. Useful if you are double-checking a number.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Ferrum College |
| Official website | www.ferrum.edu/ |
| City, state | Ferrum, VA |
| School type | Four-year college |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 699 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $28,520 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $28,520 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $28,520 |
| Total cost of attendance | $54,526 |
| Room and board (on campus) | $13,230 |
| Average net price | $20,082 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $36,418 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $41,107 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $44,296 |
| Median loan debt | $27,000 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 64.1% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | 31.9% |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | Not reported |
| Acceptance rate | 89.0% |
| SAT average | 990 |
| ACT average | 21 |
| Pell Grant share | 54.3% |
| Share with federal loans | 85.4% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 1.0% |
| Campus setting | Rural (somewhat remote) |
| Student–faculty ratio | 11 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $5,763 |
| Full-time faculty share | 100.0% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | 515 |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | 535 |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 39.5% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 60.5% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 21.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 6.2% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 49.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 0.7% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 4.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 0.6% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | Not reported |
Sources for Ferrum College
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.