Ferrum College Ranking & Overview 2024

Name	Ferrum College
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Founded	1913
Motto	Not Self, But Others
Colours	Black, gold and white
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Address	215 Ferrum Mountain Road Ferrum 24088-9000 Virginia United States
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	+1 (540) 365 2121
	+1 (540) 365 4203

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Ferrum College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Ferrum College's academic range and degree level offering.

Ferrum College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
	PreBach degrees	Bachelor degrees	Master degrees	Doctoral degrees

Arts & Humanities A&H
Language & Cultural L&C
Business & Social Sciences B&S
Medicine & Health M&H
Science & Technology S&T
Engineering Eng

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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.

Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Ferrum College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Ferrum College.

Ferrum College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
	Undergraduate	Postgraduate
Local students	35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)	10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International students	35,000-39,999 US$ (31,890-36,450 Euro)	10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Ferrum College's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.

Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Ferrum College's admission information.

Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).

Admission Selection

Has Ferrum College a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

Admission Rate

Ferrum College's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.

Admission Requirements

Secondary school GPA is required
Secondary school rank is recommended
Secondary school record is required
Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
Recommendations are recommended
Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
Admission test scores are required
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES

International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Admission Office

Spilman-Daniel House, PO Box 1000, 215 Ferrum Mountain Road
Ferrum 24088
(540) 365 4290
800 868 9797

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.

Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Ferrum College.

Student Enrollment

Ferrum College has an enrollment range of 500-999 students making it a very small-sized institution.

Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).

Control Type

Ferrum College is a private higher education institution.

Entity Type

Ferrum College is a non-profit higher education institution.

Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.

Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.

Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.

Religious Affiliation

Ferrum College has a Christian-Methodist affiliation (United Methodist Church - www.gbhem.org).

Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States... learn more

The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Ferrum College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification	Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Size & Setting	Four-year, very small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile	Very high undergraduate

Undergraduate Profile	Four-year, full-time, inclusive, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program	Professions plus arts & sciences, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program	Not classified (Exclusively Undergraduate)

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.

University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Ferrum College's main facilities:

University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

Ferrum College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 40,990 physical volumes, 2,336 physical media, 117,113 digital/electronic media and 78 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Ferrum College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Ferrum College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,439 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.

University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Ferrum College's main services:

Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Ferrum College's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Ferrum College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1960

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Ferrum College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

American Association for Leisure and Recreation, Council on Accreditation
Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Ferrum College as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.

Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Ferrum College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
National Athletic Association (NAA)
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.

Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Ferrum College 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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Ferrum College

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Admissions

Introduction

Admission Information

Gender Admission

Admission Selection

Admission Rate

Admission Requirements

International Students Admission

Admission Office

Size and Profile

Introduction

Size and Profile

Student Enrollment

Academic Staff

Control Type

Entity Type

Campus Setting

Academic Calendar

Disabled Students %

Religious Affiliation

Carnegie Classification

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Carnegie Classification

Facilities and Services

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University Facilities

University Library

University Housing

Sport Facilities/Activities

University Services

Financial Aid

Study Abroad

Distance Learning

Academic Counseling

Career Services

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Memberships and Affiliations

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Affiliations and Memberships

Academic Structure

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Academic Structure

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