Admission

All applicants to the online Master of Risk and Insurance (MSRI) program must possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution or the international equivalent prior to enrollment at the graduate level.

Important dates

Fall Semester: We accept applications through July 15 pending available space in the cohort. We will review complete applications within 7-10 business days.

August 2027: MSRI In-Residence


How to apply

To apply, candidates should submit the following:

  • Butler Application
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • Current Résumé
  • Official Transcripts or copies of official transcripts from all colleges and universities where candidates:
    • Earned a degree
    • Earned more than 15 credits (undergraduate and graduate)
    • Completed any program prerequisite (regardless of number of credit hours)
    • Completed courses for which candidates are applying for transfer credit

International applicants must additionally submit the following:

Transcripts
Copies of official transcripts may be uploaded in the online application for application review only. Applicants who receive an offer of admission will be required at that time to submit official final transcripts issued directly from the institution(s) for verification prior to enrollment. More information is available in the application for admission.

Tuition

The total cost of a Butler Master of Risk and Insurance is approximately $32,500 including tuition, books, and fees. Butler makes payment plans and loan options available to its graduate students.<br><br>For a full breakdown on cost of university attendance, <a href=”https://www.butler.edu/admission-aid/tuition-costs/#cost”>click here</a>.