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Butler University

Indianapolis, Indiana · Private Non-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$61,627

Acceptance Rate

86%

Graduation Rate

81%

Annual Tuition

$45,980

At a Glance

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Total Students

4,383

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Retention Rate

88%

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Faculty Ratio

11

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Financial Aid

42%

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Median Debt

$26,000

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Butler University is a private, non-profit institution in Indianapolis with 4,383 students. The university has a high acceptance rate of 85.9% and a strong retention rate of 88.1%, indicating a positive student experience. The graduation rate is 80.5%. The in-state tuition is $45,980, and 42% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of Butler University experience strong early career earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $49,668, increasing to $61,627 after five years and $77,235 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $26,000.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$50k

1 YEAR

$62k

5 YEARS

$77k

10 YEARS

Top 13% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Butler University alumni earn a median salary of $49,668. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $61,627, and after ten years, median earnings reach $77,235. The median debt for graduates is $26,000, and 42% of students receive financial aid.

Butler University has an 85.9% acceptance rate and an 80.5% graduation rate. The retention rate is 88.1%. The annual in-state tuition is $45,980.

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Campus Location

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Indianapolis, Indiana

Indianapolis, IN 46208

Butler University is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Butler University has an acceptance rate of 86%.