Elementary Education at Ferris State University
If you are interested in studying Elementary Education, consider the program at Ferris State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Ferris State University is in Big Rapids, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 43 elementary education graduations were recorded at Ferris State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Ferris State University
Online coursework is an option at Ferris State University. Among 9,959 students, 1,655 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,138 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Elementary Education Rankings at Ferris State University
Use these rankings to compare Ferris State University’s Elementary Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #6 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 18 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #30 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #77 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #252 of 871 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #458 of 691 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #6 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 18 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #30 of 139 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #77 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #252 of 871 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #458 of 691 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Elementary Education graduates at Ferris State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Elementary Education graduates at Ferris State University are 93% women (40) and 7% men (3).
Elementary Education Associate’s Program at Ferris State University
Among the 5 associate’s elementary education degrees awarded at Ferris State University, 100% were women (5) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Elementary Education associate’s degree recipients at Ferris State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Minority students account for 20% of Elementary Education associate’s degree recipients at Ferris State University, below the national average of 38%.*
Elementary Education Bachelor’s Program at Ferris State University
Of the 38 bachelor’s elementary education degrees awarded at Ferris State University, 92% were women (35) and 8% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Elementary Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Ferris State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 13% of Elementary Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Ferris State University, lower than the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Elementary Education Graduates
Those who complete Elementary Education program at Ferris State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Elementary Education graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $75,366 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.