Butler University's Value

What is the Value of an Education from Butler University?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the educational value of an education from Butler below.

Within Indiana, Butler University is Considered a Very High Quality College at an Expensive Price.

Butler University's overall average net price combined with a very high quality education, results in a lower value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Indiana. This lands Butler University in the #24 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Indiana.

Nationally, Fair Deal for a Top Notch School

Butler University's educational quality places it among the top 20% best colleges and universities nationwide. The school's overall net price reflects that quality, earning it a middle-of-the-pack #734 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While you won't be paying considerably less than you would at colleges comparable to Butler in quality, you won't be overpaying either, making this school a fairly priced option.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Butler University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$65,695 - Brigham Young University - Provo $135,402 - Susquehanna University $141,724 - Washington & Jefferson College $141,441 - Clark University
	Good	$143,428 - University at Buffalo $147,063 - University of Iowa $159,914 - University of St Thomas Minnesota
Average	Fair	$163,590 - Wheaton College Massachusetts $174,291 - University of Dayton $175,891 - Butler University
	Low	$193,237 - University of Colorado Boulder
Overpriced	Poor

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend $175,891 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at Butler University will cost you about $175,891. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $39,220 per year and an average of 4.5 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$39,220
Average Years to Graduate	4.5
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$175,891

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Butler University. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$246,219	1,349	C-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$175,891	1,339	C-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$165,382	1,424	D+

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$246,219	34	D+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$175,891	36	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$165,382	36	D

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Indiana.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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