Financial Aid & Scholarships

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A great career can be part of a meaningful life. Helping to shape such a life is Butler’s investment in you. We promise to tie your coursework together with relevant hands-on learning. The result? An agile mind engaged in the world and prepared for the jobs of tomorrow. If you have the drive and desire to study at Butler University, we’re here to help you and your family make the investment.

Every year, the Office of Financial Aid guides thousands of Butler students and families through the financial aid process. Everybody’s situation is unique, and our experienced staff can help you explore all financial aid options available to you.

Explore financial aid and scholarships available to you.

The financial aid and scholarship offerings you’re eligible for can vary, depending on the type of degree you’re seeking (among other factors). Choose your student population below to see the types of assistance that you may qualify for.

Historic O’Bannon Grant Increase

The Indiana Commission for Higher Education recently announced a 35 percent increase to the Frank O’Bannon Grant. Under the approved increase, the maximum award for a student attending a private institution is $12,400. Indiana residents may qualify for this grant based on financial need as determined by the FAFSA. There is no additional application, making it more important than ever to submit your FAFSA.

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Determining Your Bottom Line

Chances are, you’ll pay less than our listed tuition. In 2021-22, 96 percent of our students received gift aid (that’s money they don’t need to pay back). In addition to academic scholarships and gift aid, work study and loans can also reduce the amount you need to pay out of pocket. We can help you estimate what you might receive using our Net Price Calculator.

Cost of Attendance Net Price Calculator Filing the FAFSA

Receiving Your Financial Aid Package

Each year, you’ll receive a financial aid package from Butler University . Understanding how to interpret this information—and knowing your next steps after you receive it—are important steps in your college journey. As a Bulldog, you’ll use our interactive Student Financial Planning Tool to view your financial aid information.

Financial Aid Notification & Next Steps Student Financial Planning Tool Financing Options

Financial Aid Staff

Our team provides support to both current and prospective Butler families. We’re available to answer questions about student’s aid and the financial aid process.

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Outside Scholarships

You can find scholarships in all kinds of places—community foundations, churches and other religious organizations, employers, and more. First, though, you need to determine your eligibility. That can take time, but if you’re motivated, the rewards can be real.

Investigate Outside Scholarships

The Butler Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP)

Butler offers an LRAP in partnership with Ardeo. This program is designed to help qualified Butler students in the repayment of their student loans. An LRAP can provide students the peace of mind to pursue their dream career without worrying about the ability to repay debt after college.

The Butler LRAP

Butler Emergency Assistance Fund

The Butler Emergency Assistance Fund was created to provide gift assistance to students with a short-term, unforeseen financial hardship or immediate expense that may impact their academic success.

Butler Emergency Assistance Fund

Future Parent and Family Webinars

Understanding Financial Aid
Every other Wednesday at 12:00 PM or 3:30 PM ET

Your student has received their Financial Aid Notification, but what comes next? In this 30-minute webinar, the experts in our Office of Financial Aid will walk you step-by-step through the process. You’ll review a copy of the Financial Aid Notification, learn how your student can accept their financial aid, and also discuss payment plans and various loan options. Come ready with questions—there will be plenty of time for Q&A at the end.

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Financial Aid & Scholarships

Once-in-a-lifetime experiences. For an-entire-lifetime benefits.

Explore financial aid and scholarships available to you.

Determining Your Bottom Line

Once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
For an-entire-lifetime benefits.