June 2026

AI Index Report

Ball State University

AIS
73.3
National rank
#120
State rank
#4
Programs
169

Ranks 4th in Indiana

  1. 2Indiana University87.2
  2. 3University of Notre Dame75.3
  3. 4Ball State University73.3
  4. 5Purdue University Global72.6
  5. 6University of Southern Indiana63.9

National Vs State Performance

How does Ball State University perform in AI Search at a national and state level?

National Rank Over Time

Ball State University

National rank

#120

June 2026 is the first published edition, so there is no trend to plot yet. A line appears from the second edition on.

Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

Ranked by AI Index

Across the U.S.

Ball State University and the institutions ranked either side of it

  1. 118Brigham Young University73.3
  2. 122Auburn University73.2
  3. 120Ball State University73.3
  4. 121Towson University73.2
  5. 119Fordham University73.3

Top Programs By State

Where AI recommends Ball State University, and which of its programs come up in each state.

Most Recommended Programs By State

Ball State University

Share of voice
LowerHigher
No data

Home state: Indiana

12.4%

share of voice in Indiana, ranked #23

Strongest states

  1. #1Indiana12.4%
  2. #2Iowa1.5%
  3. #3Nevada1.4%
  4. #4Idaho1.4%
  5. #5West Virginia1.4%
  6. #6Wisconsin1.3%

Top programs in IN

  1. #1Health Science8.7%
  2. #2Elementary Education6.1%
  3. #3Social Work5.6%
  4. #4Education4.7%

Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

Top AI Search Competitors

Who is Ball State University competing with for the programs AI recommends it for

Rank

Competitor

Competing in

Share

  1. 1
    University of Wisconsin–Madison
    Educational Psychology50%
  2. 2
    Valparaiso University
    K-12 Education33%
  3. 3
    Indiana University School of Education
    K-12 Education33%
  4. 4
    City University of Seattle
    K-12 Education33%
  5. 5
    Indiana University Bloomington
    K-12 Education33%
  6. 6
    University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Education
    Educational Psychology32%

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Top Programs By Degree Level

What programs is AI recommending and who is Ball State University competing with?

Your top competitors in

Psychology, Doctoral

Schools competing in AI Search for the same program

  1. #201National University0%
  2. #202University of New Orleans0%
  3. #203Ball State University0%
  4. #204Adams State University0%
  5. #205University of Idaho0%

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Prompts Visibility

The individual prompts Ball State University wins, and the ones it is placing second on, are published on the claimed profile.

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AI Citations

Which pages AI cites most when it answers questions about Ball State University.

Most frequently cited pages

The individual pages AI cites most in answers where Ball State University is mentioned

  1. 1

    www.bsu.edu

    Elementary Education & Special Education Dual Major | Ball State Teacher's College | Ball State University

    4.6%83 citations
  2. 2

    bestaccreditedcolleges.org

    Best Bachelor's in Elementary Education Degree Programs

    3.1%57 citations
  3. 3

    www.bsu.edu

    Online Master of Science in Accounting | Ball State Online

    2.9%53 citations
  4. 4

    www.bsu.edu

    English Major | Ball State University

    2.9%52 citations
  5. 5

    bsu.edu

    Department of Elementary Education Study Abroad Experiences | Ball State University

    2.6%48 citations

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Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

Topics Coverage

What topics does AI cover when it talks about Ball State University?

Most Covered Topics on AI Search for Ball State University

  • Academic Support

    45.9%

    1,000 answers

  • Career Outcomes

    26.9%

    585 answers

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Source: Manaferra AI Index. June 2026 Edition

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