Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, Ball State University offers about 120 majors and 100 graduate degrees through seven academic colleges.

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We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of …

Meaningful research and scholarship solve real-world problems. At Ball State University, our talented faculty and staff are making discoveries that improve lives and change the world.

Ball State is accessible and affordable. We put a high-quality college education within reach for bright, motivated students from Indiana and across the country. Our competitive costs and generous financial aid will help you gain a degree that employers value.

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Ball State is home to seven academic colleges, each of which has several departments that manage academic programs. The University also has an Honors College and University College.