Ferrum College
Acceptance
89%
Tuition
$28,520
Grad Rate (4yr)
24%
Retention
64%
Earnings
$44,296
AI Overview
Nestled in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, Ferrum College offers hands-on learning in agriculture, environmental conservation, and media studies—perfect for students who'd rather be in the field than just reading about it. The close-knit campus embraces an accessible, open-admission philosophy where motivated learners get personalized attention to develop their potential. Students who thrive here are self-starters ready to roll up their sleeves, whether managing the college farm, conducting watershed research, or producing community radio. The mountain setting isn't just scenery—it's your laboratory.
AI-generated interpretation, separate from the federal statistics on this page · refreshed Mar 2026
SAT Score Range
SAT data not available
ACT Score Range
Tuition
$28,520
Room & Board
$13,230
Average Net Price
$20,082
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants & scholarships
Receive Pell Grants
54%
Take Federal Loans
85%
Median Debt at Graduation
$27,000
6-Year Graduation Rate
1st Year Retention Rate
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
$44,296Median Debt
At graduation for completers
$27,000Top Programs by Earnings
Bachelor's degree graduatesNatural Resources Conservation and Research
11 graduates
$49,527
4 yrs after graduation
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
25 graduates
$42,664
4 yrs after graduation
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$42,229
4 yrs after graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard
Available Programs
43+ programsAnd 31 more programs available
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