ALL WE SEE IS
POTENTIAL.
AT BUTLER, WE’RE BUILT FOR STUDENTS WITH BOLD DREAMS. HERE’S A GLIMPSE INTO LIFE AS A BULLDOG.
BUTLER UNIVERSITY
BULLDOGS:
BUILT EVERYWHERE. There’s no one way to Bulldog. Our community consists of students from all over—48 states and 43 countries, to be exact.
4,418
UNDERGRAD STUDENTS
54%
46%
IN STATE
OUT OF STATE
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AN EDUCATION THAT
MOVES YOU. PROFESSORS WHO
KNOW YOU. Small class sizes are the standard. And for good reason. At Butler, we believe that regardless of what you major in, the best education is one that feels personal. Here, you’ll master the material and know that you matter.
100+ 21
MA JORS AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
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WHEN WE SAY
BUILT FOR ALL, WE MEAN IT. At Butler, we believe everyone deserves access to a degree. Enter Founder’s College. You can graduate with an associate degree in two years, at little or no cost to you.
LEARN ABOUT THE COLLEGE
QUALITIES OF A BULLDOG: HARDWORKING GPA: 3.62–4.17
+ DEDICATED ACT: 26–31 SAT: 1170–1340
No two Bulldogs are built the same. And if these numbers look a little different than yours, that’s okay. Our admission counselors look at more than just statistics and scores.
90%+ OF STUDENTS GET INVOLVED IN STUDENT-LED ACTIVITIES
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THE COMMUNITY
IS YOUR CLASSROOM. Being part of the Minority-Owned Business Initiative through the Lacy School of Business has allowed me to partner with entrepreneurs in the area. I’ve worked directly with them, getting to see what the day-to-day of a business owner is like.” DAWSON HUBBARD MARKETING MA JOR
BULLDOGS ARE
BETTER TOGETHER. One of the best ways to find a sense of belonging at Butler is by getting involved. Whatever you’re into, there’s a club—and a community—waiting for you.
200+ STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
WHAT WILL YOU JOIN?
YOU WEREN’T MEANT TO
STAND STILL. Only some athleticism required. Dust off your cleats, borrow your friend’s, or do nothing of the sort (cornhole, anyone?). We’re game if you are.
40+ 20
INTRAMURAL AND CLUB SPORTS OPTIONS NCAA DIVISION I TEAMS
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BUILT FOR LIFELONG CONNECTIONS. Joining fraternity and sorority life is about more than just (proudly) wearing your letters. When you find your home, you’ll sharpen your leadership skills, support a cause you’re passionate about, and best of all, forge friendships that last a lifetime.
NEARLY 40% OF UNDERGRADUATES BELONG TO A SORORITY OR FRATERNITY
MEET YOUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS
BUILT FOR THE SPOTLIGHT. Laugh with Nikki Glaser, cry with Dear Evan Hansen, or watch in awe as your friend owns the stage. With six performing arts venues across campus, consider your entertainment needs covered.
CATCH A SHOW
A CITY BUILT FOR YOU. Welcome to Indianapolis. Home to a thriving startup scene; some of the biggest names in biotech, healthcare, and sports; and all told, 5,000+ companies eager to hire Butler students for internships and jobs. APOLIS INDIAN A INDIAN
START LIVING LIKE A LOCAL
WEIGHING THE COSTS,
THEN LOWERING THEM. Your degree is a big investment, and Butler is invested in putting it in reach. That’s why, the instant you apply, you’re up for the Butler Academic Scholarship. It can greatly lower the cost of your tuition, and it’s just one of many financial aid options you’ll learn about when you scan the QR below.
96% OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS RECEIVE GIFT AID— FUNDS YOU’LL NEVER HAVE TO PAY BACK
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AMBITION THAT GOES
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM. Internships are one of the best ways to apply and grow your skills. At Butler, you’ll have access to some of the top companies within our city—and the country.
80% OF STUDENTS GRADUATE WITH AT LEAST ONE INTERNSHIP
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AN EDUCATION
BUILT ABROAD. When you learn around the world, you come home bolder, wiser, and with a résumé full of valuable experiences that set you apart.
300+ 44%
STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS OF STUDENTS STUDY ABROAD
SEE WHERE YOU COULD GO
SET THE STANDARD
OVERSEAS. What if we told you there was a degree option that allowed you to travel across eight countries and graduate in three years? Welcome to Butler Overseas.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH =
UNDENIABLE IMPACT. Ask big questions, discover new solutions, and present your findings to a conference of experts. At Butler, undergraduate research is built for you to make breakthroughs.
RANKED 40TH NATIONALLY IN UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT , 2026
BUILD ON OUR BRAINS
A CAREER
YOU CAN’T WAIT TO BUILD. Butler students don’t stand by. They build careers—and lives— they’re proud of.
98% OF BULLDOGS ARE EMPLOYED OR ENROLLED IN GRADUATE SCHOOL WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION
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HOME IS WHERE THE BULLDOGS ARE. Every first-year student lives on campus in either Irvington House or Residential College. And with you and your new neighbors all together in one cozy, comfortable place, you’ll start building friendships, right from your very first day.
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READY TO BUILD YOUR FUTURE? WE’RE HERE TO HELP MAKE IT HAPPEN. VISIT CAMPUS AND EXPLORE WHAT YOUR LIFE AT BUTLER COULD LOOK LIKE