Butler University
Private college · Indianapolis, IN · 4,317 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
85%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1160–1350
ACT (middle 50%)
26–31
Average net price
$37,499
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$68,403
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
77%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Butler University?
Butler University accepts about 85 of every 100 applicants (85%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1160 and 1350 on the SAT. A score at or above 1350 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1160, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 26–31.
The latest federal data says Butler University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Butler University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Butler University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $68,403 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $37,499 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $49,890 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$49,890
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$49,890
- Room & board$17,090
- Total cost of attendance$68,403
- Average net price after grants$37,499
Popular majors
Business, Communications, Health Professions & Nursing, Biology, Social Sciences.
Butler University FAQ
- What is Butler University's acceptance rate?
- 85% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Butler University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1160–1350. Aim for 1350 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Butler University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 26–31.
- Is Butler University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Butler University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Butler University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Butler University cost?
- About $68,403 a year before aid; $37,499 on average after grants.
- What is Butler University's FAFSA school code?
- 001788. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Butler University receives your information.
- What is Butler University's graduation rate?
- 77% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Butler University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trine UniversityAngola, IN | 85% | — | $19,748 | 70% |
| Ball State UniversityMuncie, IN | 86% | 1080–1260 | $13,877 | 62% |
| Indiana University-SoutheastNew Albany, IN | 84% | 970–1180 | $10,026 | 39% |
| Goshen CollegeGoshen, IN | 84% | 880–1110 | $13,404 | 59% |
| Purdue University Fort WayneFort Wayne, IN | 84% | 970–1220 | $12,471 | 40% |
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