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$47,560
per year
In-State Tuition
82%
Acceptance Rate
80%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
Butler University is an educational institution in Indianapolis, IN. Check program requirements, costs and credit policies with the institution.
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23 of 23 CLEP exams accepted
Technology & Computer Science
Major: Computer & Information Sciences
Business & Finance
Social Services & Nonprofit
Law & Criminal Justice
Broad degrees built to transfer into a bachelor’s program rather than lead to one specific career. They’re a common starting point at community colleges — you pick your major after you transfer.
Liberal arts, general studies and humanities programs that do not fall under a more specific code. NCES CIP 24.0199 "Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other".
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Application Requirements
Historical data for first-time undergraduate applicants seeking a degree or certificate; requirements may have changed. This does not specify a number of recommendation letters.
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In-State Students
All first-year applicants are automatically considered for the Academic Scholarship ($20,000-$34,000); apply by Nov 1 for maximum consideration. Competitive awards also exist.
For students entering 2026-2027
Academic Scholarship
AutomaticRange from $20,000 to $34,000 (period not stated on the page)
Renewable: Renewal criteria outlined in the scholarship offer
Apply by Nov 1 and be admitted Early Action or Early Decision for maximum consideration; no separate application
Based on academic data and test scores if submitted. Amounts listed for 2026-2027 and may vary for future years. Not available for the Butler Overseas program.
Morton-Finney Scholars Award
CompetitiveAwards range from $5,000 to full tuition (with other Butler gift assistance, state, and federal aid); period not stated
No published minimums; chosen from applicants.
Renewable: Renewal criteria in the offer, including Morton-Finney Scholars Program participation
Submit the Common App by Nov 1; complete the Morton-Finney application by Nov 15
For students with strong academic rigor and a commitment to fostering inclusion. Recipients take part in the Morton-Finney Scholars Program.
Compass Center Scholarship
Competitive$4,000 per year
No published minimums; chosen from applicants.
Renewable: 3.0 GPA and at least 10 hours per semester of interfaith engagement
Apply for admission by Nov 1; complete the Compass Center Scholarship application by Nov 15
Fewer than 10 incoming students a year. For students with an excellent academic record and a commitment to interfaith engagement.
Students: add profile GPA and scores to check.
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College scholarship pageChecked Oct 27, 2026
From the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard, most recent reporting cohort.
Net Price(family income < $30K)
$25,278
Per year, after grants & scholarships
Median Earnings
$77,235
10 years after entry, working full-time
Median Debt at Graduation
$26,000
Among completers who borrowed
Verified on Jul 2026
| Exam | Credits | Min Score | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
CLEP American Government Political Science | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP American Literature Literature & Humanities | 6 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP Analyzing and Interpreting Literature Literature & Humanities | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP Biology Biology & Science | 5 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP Calculus Mathematics | 4 | 55 | Accepted |
CLEP Chemistry Science | 4 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP College Algebra Mathematics | 3 | 55 | Accepted |
CLEP English Literature Literature & Humanities | 6 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP French Language — Level 1 World Languages | — | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP French Language — Level 2 World Languages | — | 50 | Accepted |
Type
Private University
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana
Marion County
Control
Private
Programs Listed
62 career paths
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