Butler University

Butler University is a 4-year, private university located in Indianapolis, IN. Students at Butler University can enroll in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs.

Butler University Military & Veteran Support Programs

Butler University offers the following veteran and military support programs:

• Butler has GI Bill approved programs
• Has a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Does not offer credit for military experience
• Awards credit for the CLEP exam
• Approved for Tuition Assistance
• Butler is a Yellow Ribbon school
• Butler is not a MyCAA approved school

Is Butler University a GI Bill approved school?

Yes, Butler is a GI Bill approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by the GI Bill. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Is Butler University a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, Butler is a Yellow Ribbon school.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does Butler University offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

Yes, Butler offers Yellow Ribbon funding for master’s programs.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred advanced degree program is in fact covered by the Yellow Ribbon. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

What are Butler University’s tuition rates for military and veterans?

At $1,720 per credit hour Butler’s tuition rate for active military exceeds the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour. This means that the student may have out-of-pocket costs.  For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

What are Butler University’s online tuition rates for military and veterans?

At $1,720 per credit hour Butler’s online tuition rate for active military exceeds the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour. This means that the student may have out-of-pocket costs. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does Butler University offer online degree programs?

Yes, Butler offers online degree programs. 

Is Butler University approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Butler is approved for Tuition Assistance.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does Butler University offer master’s programs covered by Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Butler has master’s degree programs covered by Tuition Assistance funding.  

Eligible active military students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Message from Butler University

Since Butler's founding in 1855 by attorney and abolitionist Ovid Butler, the University has challenged and supported students in a liberal-arts environment that fosters both intellectual and social growth while providing practical, "real-world" skills. With over 60 major academic fields of study in six colleges, multiple opportunities to study abroad, and renowned faculty, Butler's curriculum gives students an experience of a lifetime and an edge that defies the norm.