Butler University is a private, nonprofit institution in the suburb of Indianapolis, Indiana. Butler University was founded in 1855. The college currently enrolls around 5,589 students per year, including 4,537 undergrad students.
It is moderately difficult to get into Butler University. Butler University admitted 81% of all applicants in 2022. In 2022, 15,340 students applied to Butler University and 12,356 were admitted.
Butler University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
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Overall Acceptance Rate | 81% |
Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
Early Action Acceptance Rate | 88% |
Average GPA | 3.9 |
Test Optional | Yes |
Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 88% |
Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 39% |
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Butler University is located in the suburbs of Indianapolis.
If you want to see Butler University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 65 to Indianapolis, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Indianapolis International.
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First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Butler University is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Butler University is Aug 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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$60,310
In State$60,310
Out-of-StateWondering what life at Butler University is like? There are approximately 5,559 students enrolled at Butler University, including 4,537 undergraduate students and 1,022 graduate students. 96% percent of students attend school full-time, 45% percent are from IN and 55% percent of students are from other states.
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Part Time45%
In State55%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
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