Butler University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Indianapolis, Indiana with 4,317 undergraduates. It admits 85% of applicants, costs an average of $37,499 a year after grants and graduates 77% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Butler University acceptance rate and admissions
Butler University admitted 85% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 590 to 680, math 570 to 670). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Butler University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Regular decision | Feb 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Feb 1, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: $50 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Butler University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Butler University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $49,890 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $17,090 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $68,403 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $37,499 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $37,499 a year after grants and scholarships, $30,904 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Butler University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Butler University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 77% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $83,535 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 27% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Butler University majors and what graduates earn
Butler University awarded bachelor's degrees in 58 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($93,584).
All 58 majors at Butler University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Butler University
17 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 17 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Clinical Sciences/Graduate Medical Studies | Professional doctorate | 132 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy | Professional doctorate | 97 | $110,545 | $67,000 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 71 | $111,553 | $119,750 |
| Business administration | Master's | 67 | $128,826 | $43,594 |
| Accounting | Master's | 25 | $73,018 | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | Master's | 21 | n/a | n/a |
| Data analytics | Master's | 21 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | Master's | 15 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 12 | $68,833 | $22,000 |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 12 | $52,745 | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Insurance | Master's | 4 | $137,075 | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Pharmacy | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| History | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 4,317 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 60% women, 40% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Butler University?
Butler University admitted 85% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Butler University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $49,890. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $37,499 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Butler University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 590 to 680 in reading and writing and 570 to 670 in math, and 26 to 31 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Butler University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Butler University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Butler University?
77% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Butler University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $83,535 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.