Butler University

If you are applying to Butler University, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is August 1 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Butler University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Butler University's admissions stats.

Butler University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.9
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	43%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	39%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	35%
Waitlist	Yes

Butler University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Butler University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 1	November 5
Regular Decision	Yes	August 15	––

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Want to Apply Early to Butler University?

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Butler University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Butler University will release EA admissions decisions no later than November 5.

Butler University accepts approximately 88% of early action applicants and 81% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2021, Butler University admitted 9,147 of the 1,433 who applied early action.

➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Butler University Admissions

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Transferring to Butler University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Butler University

In 2022, Butler University waitlisted 409 students and 87 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 26 eventually were offered a spot.

What Does Butler University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Butler University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Butler University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Butler University for more information on admission factors.

Butler University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Butler University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Butler University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements				HS Secondary School Report
Letter(s) of Recommendation		√
Transcript(S) of College Record
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Butler University?

Students admitted to Butler University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.9.

Out of all students that were admitted, 41% submitted a class rank. At Butler University 43% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 76% were in the top 25% and 96% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Butler University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	45.36%
3.75 and 3.99	22.43%
3.50 and 3.74	16.3%
3.25 and 3.49	10.28%
3.00 and 3.24	3.75%
2.50 and 2.9	1.88%
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Butler University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Butler University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Butler University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 39% of Butler University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 35% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Butler University?

What is a Good ACT Score for Butler University?

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More Information on Transferring to Butler University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Butler University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 15. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Butler University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Butler University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Butler University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Butler University.

Does Butler University accept transfer credits?

✅ Butler University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Butler University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Butler University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Butler University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Butler University?

❌ No, Butler University is test optional, so you can decide whether to submit your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Butler University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Butler University is 81%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Butler University?

❌ Butler University does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Butler University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Butler University was 88% in 2021.

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