I think the best quality of Butler University is its community. People genuinely care about each other and want to see each other succeed. This goes for both the academic and social communities.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Visit campus! It's the best way to know if Butler is a good fit for you. Don't be afraid to ask questions on tours either, most people are happy to help!
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
The professors at Butler are phenomenal. They are so intelligent and passionate about their areas of study. They genuinely care about their students and want to help them succeed in any way possible. Butler really encourages students to get involved in their learning, so there are lots of opportunities for hands-on experience.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Even though the dorm I'm living in does not have AC and is a bit dated, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else as a freshman. The RAs really try to build a sense of community within your unit (a group of about 20-30 people who live in the same section of the building) which is really nice, especially as you're adjusting to college. Many of my friends are girls who live down the hall from me, and I have dorm life to thank for these new friendships.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The food at Atherton is okay. It's not awful and it's definitely edible, but meals are very repetitive. There aren't a lot of choices if you want to eat healthy, so I find myself eating more salads than I ever have in my life. They're really trying to improve the quality of the food, but it's campus food...by nature it isn't luxurious.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Check out all the free things that are going on around campus! SGA (student government) is really good about putting on fun late night events (especially during the first 6 weeks of school). Butler also brings speakers and bands to campus, which students can go see for free. Go to the sporting events, especially Butler basketball games! They're really fun, and students get into all sporting events for free. If you want to go off campus, Broad Ripple has lots to do as well.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Butler is expensive, but you get so much for your money. I think the community that Butler has is priceless. Butler's academics are really strong, and you really get a personalized college experience.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Butler is great for students who desire a strong campus community, dedicated professors, rigorous academics and want to be surrounded by a bunch of students who truly love their school. Butler gives students the best of both worlds, a small school feel in a city environment. Students who want small class sizes and the personalized attention of a small school without feeling trapped, Butler is for you! Indianapolis is about 10 minutes away, so you still have access to a vibrant social life without feeling lost on a huge campus.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There are tons of ways to get involved on campus, and clubs are a really fun way to do so. Go to Block Party at the beginning of the year to learn about all the clubs and activities on campus!
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
I'd say that Greek life at Butler is different than Greek life at a lot of other schools. All of the different chapters seem to really support each other, and it's very community based.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Butler has its own police department on campus. BUPD is really good about keeping students informed about things going on around campus through DAWG Alert. They also offer Dawg Ride, a transportation service that runs from Wednesday-Sunday in the evenings. If you're working out after dark at the HRC or studying late and don't feel safe walking back by yourself in the dark, they'll give you a ride back to your dorm. That being said, I've never felt unsafe on campus. BUPD is always out patrolling the area.
I think the best quality of Butler University is its community. People genuinely care about each other and want to see each other succeed. This goes for both the academic and social communities.
Visit campus! It's the best way to know if Butler is a good fit for you. Don't be afraid to ask questions on tours either, most people are happy to help!
The professors at Butler are phenomenal. They are so intelligent and passionate about their areas of study. They genuinely care about their students and want to help them succeed in any way possible. Butler really encourages students to get involved in their learning, so there are lots of opportunities for hands-on experience.
Even though the dorm I'm living in does not have AC and is a bit dated, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else as a freshman. The RAs really try to build a sense of community within your unit (a group of about 20-30 people who live in the same section of the building) which is really nice, especially as you're adjusting to college. Many of my friends are girls who live down the hall from me, and I have dorm life to thank for these new friendships.
The food at Atherton is okay. It's not awful and it's definitely edible, but meals are very repetitive. There aren't a lot of choices if you want to eat healthy, so I find myself eating more salads than I ever have in my life. They're really trying to improve the quality of the food, but it's campus food...by nature it isn't luxurious.
Check out all the free things that are going on around campus! SGA (student government) is really good about putting on fun late night events (especially during the first 6 weeks of school). Butler also brings speakers and bands to campus, which students can go see for free. Go to the sporting events, especially Butler basketball games! They're really fun, and students get into all sporting events for free. If you want to go off campus, Broad Ripple has lots to do as well.
Butler is expensive, but you get so much for your money. I think the community that Butler has is priceless. Butler's academics are really strong, and you really get a personalized college experience.
Butler is great for students who desire a strong campus community, dedicated professors, rigorous academics and want to be surrounded by a bunch of students who truly love their school. Butler gives students the best of both worlds, a small school feel in a city environment. Students who want small class sizes and the personalized attention of a small school without feeling trapped, Butler is for you! Indianapolis is about 10 minutes away, so you still have access to a vibrant social life without feeling lost on a huge campus.
There are tons of ways to get involved on campus, and clubs are a really fun way to do so. Go to Block Party at the beginning of the year to learn about all the clubs and activities on campus!
I'd say that Greek life at Butler is different than Greek life at a lot of other schools. All of the different chapters seem to really support each other, and it's very community based.
Butler has its own police department on campus. BUPD is really good about keeping students informed about things going on around campus through DAWG Alert. They also offer Dawg Ride, a transportation service that runs from Wednesday-Sunday in the evenings. If you're working out after dark at the HRC or studying late and don't feel safe walking back by yourself in the dark, they'll give you a ride back to your dorm. That being said, I've never felt unsafe on campus. BUPD is always out patrolling the area.