Butler University

Indianapolis, IN · Private nonprofit · Visit Website

Butler University's campus offers a suburban setting just north of Indianapolis, providing a traditional college experience within easy reach of a major city. The university is known for its strong focus on undergraduate education and a collaborative learning environment. Students benefit from performance spaces like Clowes Hall, which hosts a variety of professional productions and campus events. Butler's location allows students to engage with Indianapolis' cultural and professional opportunities.

Programs Analyzed
6
Avg Grad Earnings
$48,287/yr
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
46/100
Tuition (Sticker Price)
$45,980/yr

Financial Aid & Net Price

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 14% of students receive Pell Grants and 42% take federal loans.

Family Income Avg Net Price/yr 4-Year Net Cost Net-Price ROI
$0 – $30K $28,607 $114,428 4.2x
$30K – $48K $31,406 $125,624 3.8x
$48K – $75K $36,016 $144,064 3.4x
$75K – $110K $39,491 $157,964 3.1x
$110K+ $42,961 $171,844 2.8x
Sticker price (no aid) $45,980 $183,920 2.6x

Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

All Programs at Butler University

6 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Program DW Score Earnings AI Risk ROI
Finance and Financial Management Services
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67 $60,290/yr Very High 3.2x
Marketing
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56 $60,438/yr Very High 2.9x
Teacher Education
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51 $50,707/yr High 1.6x
Public Relations & Advertising
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38 $39,701/yr High 2.0x
Romance Languages & Literatures
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37 $43,678/yr Very High 2.4x
Arts, Entertainment,and Media Management
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30 $34,911/yr High 1.3x
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