Butler University Historical Acceptance Rate

Historical Acceptance Rates

Butler University's overall acceptance rate for the application year 2024 stands at 85.0%, slightly down from 85.8% in 2023, reflecting a consistent trend of high acceptance rates over recent years. In 2022, the rate was 82%, while the years prior saw rates of 80.5% in 2021 and 75.6% in 2020, indicating a general increase in selectivity over time. The number of applicants has also varied, with a significant rise from 9,943 in 2015 to 9,471 in 2024. This historical data showcases Butler's strategic adjustments in handling increasing applicant pools while maintaining a high acceptance rate.