Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Online | butler.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Butler University occupies a 300-acre campus in a residential area of Indianapolis, Indiana, located five miles from the city's downtown district. The university, founded in 1855 by attorney and abolitionist Ovid Butler, features a mix of historic and modern architecture, including the iconic Hinkle Fieldhouse, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The private liberal arts institution maintains competitive admission standards and is particularly known for its College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Jordan College of the Arts, and the traditional liberal arts programs in its College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Most undergraduate students reside in campus housing during their first three years, and the university competes in NCAA Division I athletics, with its men's basketball program having achieved notable success, including multiple Final Four appearances.
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Butler is rated within the top 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Butler University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#201 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#156 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#5 in Best Private Colleges in Indiana
#495 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1180/1360 |
| ACT | 26/31 |
| GPA | 3.92 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $990 |
| Room and Board | $15,870 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,060 |
| Total One Year Cost | $67,210 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 17% |
| Education | 12% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 10% |
| Health Professions | 9% |
| Communication | 9% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=150163 IPEDS survey data for Butler University.
Current students may use the Butler University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025