Adult Degree Completion
Take your education to the finish line.
If you have an associate’s degree or 60 credits hours, you can complete your bachelor’s online in just two years.

Build Upon What You Know
Butler University proudly presents its first-ever degree completion option: the Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership. Specifically designed for individuals who have earned an associate’s degree or 60 college credits, this program serves as a bridge to completing a bachelor’s degree.
Degree requirements are often still a barrier for continued professional growth and according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, bachelor’s degree holders make roughly 35 percent more than those who only have an associate’s, roughly $17,100 annually. Yet despite the benefits of completing an undergraduate degree, the obligations of work and family often get in the way of adults going back to college.
Which is why the Organizational Leadership program was built as an affordable and flexible online pathway for students to complete their degree—designed in partnership with industry leaders and employers, you’ll have the skills necessary to excel in today’s business world.

Flexibility
A program that fits
Butler’s Bachelor’s of Science in Organizational Leadership is entirely online, no need to put your career on hold while you complete your degree.

Future-Forward
In-Demand Skills
Built from the ground up based on input from local employers, you’ll gain in-demand skills tailored for tomorrow’s job market.

Foundation
Credit For Prior-Learning
We understand that learning can happen outside the classroom. That’s why applicants who don’t have the required college credits may still qualify for up to 30 credit hours through Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), based on their professional experience, credentials, or certificates.
Adult Degree Competition FAQs
Yes, we offer opportunities to earn credit for prior learning or work experience through approved standing pathways at Butler.
We provide personalized support services such as academic advising, tutoring, and career counseling tailored to the needs of adult students.
The program duration varies depending on individual circumstances and transfer credits, but many students complete their degrees within 2 years.
We offer a range of financial aid options including grants, loans, and tuition reimbursement programs. Our financial aid advisors can assist you in finding the best options for your situation.
Yes, we offer networking events, career workshops, and connections to industry professionals to help support your career advancement goals.
You can apply online through our website, and admission requirements typically include an associates degree (AA or AS) or 60 eligible credits from a regionally accredited institution, transcripts from previous colleges attended, and any relevant work experience.
Yes, we accept transfer credits from accredited institutions. Our admissions team will evaluate your transcripts to determine transferability.
Yes, each student is assigned a dedicated Support Specialist who will assist you in creating a personalized academic plan and provide ongoing support throughout your journey.
Important Dates
Fall 2025 semester: We accept applications through August 1 pending available space in the cohort.
4600 Sunset Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
butlerplusadmission@butler.edu