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Butler is located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
When students come to Butler, they’re getting more than just a world-class education. They’re joining the bustling community of Indianapolis, nicknamed the Crossroads of America and home to five professional sports teams, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a vibrant arts and culture scene, a nationally recognized international airport, and many major businesses and corporations.
- 1850—The charter of North Western Christian University proposed by abolitionist Ovid Butler was approved by the Indiana General Assembly.
- 1855—Classes began at North Western Christian University in the area of today’s 13th Street and College Avenue.
- 1877—The school moved to Irvington and was renamed Butler University.
- 1928—Butler University relocated to its current location at 4600 Sunset Avenue.
2023 U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges Rankings
- No. 1 Regional University–Midwest
- No. 1 Most Innovative School–Midwest
- No. 1 Best Undergraduate Teaching–Midwest
- No. 1 Best College for Veterans–Midwest
- No. 35 Best Value–Midwest
- No. 15 (tie) First-Year Experiences–National
- No. 37 (tie) Study Abroad –National
- No. 53 (tie) Undergraduate Research/Creative Projects–National
| Total Enrollment | 5,559 |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 4,537 |
| Graduate Enrollment | 1,022 |
| In-State Students | 45% |
| Out-of-State Students | 55% |
| Students Receiving Gift Aid (2021–2022) | 96% |
| Full-time Faculty | 366 |
| Student/Faculty Ratio | 11:1 |
| Average Class Size | 22 |
| Undergraduates engaged in student-led campus activities | 88% |
| Students who study abroad while at Butler | 40% |
| Students who complete at least one internship while at Butler | 75% |
| First-Year to Second-Year Student Retention | 89% |
| Career or Graduate School Placement Within Six Months of Graduation | 99% |
| Median Starting Salary | $52,000 |