Ball State University: what international applicants need

What are Ball State University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Ball State University has one application deadline for 2026–27: Regular Decision on May 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Ball State University's acceptance rate?

85.5% for students who started in fall 2024: Ball State University admitted 18,034 of its 21,093 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Ball State University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Ball State University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Regular Decision deadline (May 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is March 6, 2027: scores on March 19, 2027, registration by February 19, 2027 (late registration February 23, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Ball State University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 530–620 in Math and 550–640 in Reading and Writing (37% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 20–24.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Ball State University's application fee for international students?

Ball State University's application fee is $60 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Ball State University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Ball State University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Ball State University accept?

Ball State University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Ball State University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Ball State University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Ball State University require?

Ball State University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Ball State University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Ball State University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Ball State University have?

161 of Ball State University's 15,189 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.1%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Ball State University cost for international students?

Ball State University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $29,630 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $11,082). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $12,334. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $45,990 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source