Ball State University Rankings 2024-25

US News and World Report of 2024 placed the university at #216 in National Universities list. Additionally, the university was ranked #116 in Top Public Schools. Lastly, another reputable position it gained was - #195 in Best Value Schools. 

Ball State is also recognized as a top-performing university by the National Council on Teacher Quality, with the organization giving the university an overall grade of "A-" for its teacher preparation programs. In addition, Ball State has been recognized for its commitment to sustainability, with the university earning a spot on the Princeton Review's Guide to Green Colleges for several consecutive years.  Here are some of the university's notable rankings:

• #205 - Best Universities In Nation - College Factul 2024
• #6 - Best Colleges In Indiana - College Factual 2024
• #363 - Best Colleges in America - Niche 2024
• #166 - Top Public Universities in America - Niche 2024

Course-wise Rankings: 

• #116 - Best Colleges for Kinesiology and Physical Therapy in America
• #110 - Best Colleges for Criminal Justice in America
• #146 - Best Colleges for Public Policy in America
• #168 - Best Colleges for Sports Management in America
• #178 - Best Colleges for Design in America