Merit and Talent Awards for Prospective Freshmen

Freshman Academic Scholarships

To Apply: Complete the Application for Freshman Admission and Scholarships.

Application Date: Jan. 15 (complete date).
*Complete applications for admission received between Nov. 15 and Feb. 15 will be considered for scholarship based on available funds and the quality of the application pool.

Selection Criteria: Awards are based on the student's academic record-SAT or ACT scores, class rank, high school curriculum and extracurricular involvement at the time of admission.

Renewable? Yes. As long as the student upholds the academic standards outlined in the scholarship offer.

Notes: National Merit semi-finalists and National Achievement semi-finalists are guaranteed a minimum award. National Merit finalists who designate Butler University as their sponsor are eligible for an additional award from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation that ranges from $750 to $1,000. Transfer students with fewer than 24 hours of college credit may be considered for this scholarship.

Athletic Grants-in-Aid (Athletic Scholarship)

To Apply: Contact the Department of Athletics at (800) 368-6852, extension 9375 or check out their website, www.butlersports.com

Award Amounts: Varies depending on the athletic program.

Selection Criteria: Athletic ability as determined by the coach.

Notes: Awards are made in thirteen NCAA Division I athletic programs. Men's football, men and women's track and field and women's swimming are non-scholarship programs.

Jordan College of Fine Arts Audition Awards

To Apply: In addition to the Application for Freshman Admission and Scholarships, the JCFA Departmental Application and an audition are required for dance, music, media arts and theatre awards. Check out the JCFA website for audition dates or to download the JCFA departmental application.

Award Amounts: Varies depending on the student's intended primary major. Students are encouraged to apply for admission and audition early.

Selection Criteria: Talent and performance ability as determined by the faculty.

Notes: Awards are made to students who intend on majoring in the Jordan College of Fine Arts - dance, music, theatre, media arts and arts administration.

Dr. John Morton-Finney Leadership Program

The Dr. John Morton-Finney Leadership Program is designed to provide leadership development to all individuals who are interested in increasing the awareness of diversity issues in our society.

To Apply: Complete the Application for Freshman Admission and Scholarships.

Application Date: Nov. 15 (completion date).

Renewable? Yes. Awards are renewable as long as the student upholds the academic and service standards outlined in the scholarship offer.

Selection Criteria: In addition to academic strength as indicated by class rank, GPA and SAT/ACT scores, applicants must demonstrate commitment and actions to promote diversity though high school and community activities. Examples of such activities would include:

volunteering or working for community groups that promote diversity;
assisting in diversity education;
working with a community service agency that serves the disadvantaged; or
mentoring members of underrepresented groups in the community.

Edward W. Sawyer, Disciples of Christ Scholarship

To Apply: In addition to the Application for Freshman Admission and Scholarships, a separate application is required. Complete and mail the application to the Office of Financial Aid.
Edward W. Sawyer - Disciples of Christ Scholarship Application (PDF)

Application Date:
Jan. 15 (completion date) - Admission Application
Feb. 1 Sawyer Scholarship Application

Award Amounts: Tuition awards vary.

Renewable? Yes. Awards are renewable as long as the student upholds the academic standards outlined in the scholarship offer.

Selection Criteria: Must be a member of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), ranked in the top ten percent of your high school class, composite SAT score of 1100 or higher or ACT of 24 or higher, and be able to demonstrate school, community, and church leadership.