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Class of 2013 ENewsletter

BUKristen — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:30:22 GMT

What's Happening in Indy?

This week, explore the Komodo Dragons exhibit at the Indianapolis Zoo, watch “Field of Dreams” on the lawn at the Art Museum, see the new dinosaurs at The Children’s Museum or watch a baseball game at Victory Field with the Indianapolis Indians. Like concerts? Head to White River State Park to see O.A.R. or The Fray perform live! Check out these Indy happenings and more at www.indy.org.

Get Involved

With over 135 different organizations and clubs on campus, you are sure to find one (or several) that is right for you! Choose from student government, academic clubs, diversity and religious organizations, greek life and so much more. If you're a bulldog sports fan, don't forget to join the Dawg Pound, a group of students who cheer on Butler at athletic events. Remember, as a Butler student you get into all Butler sporting events for free! Visit us to see all the ways you can get involved!

We can't wait until you get to campus!

You are probably beginning to pack, so here are some helpful hints on what to bring: Of course you need the essentials: personal items, bed linens, towels and an alarm clock. Other items you might want to bring include a shower caddy, laundry supplies, a fan, a tv, desk lamps, posters, storage crates and anything else that will make you feel more at home. For more ideas, visit our site at go.butler.edu/cs/forums.

Snail Mail, coming to a mailbox near you!

Hey Bulldogs, be sure to keep your eyes peeled for a special mailing the admission office will send in the next few weeks. It will have a ton of great information in it, including some service and leadership opportunities, the order form for your 2013 class t-shirt AND your welcome week schedule!

Be sure to check out the BUForums, where current and future students are chatting about all things Butler.

What do you want to hear about next?

Reply to this posting and suggest a topic for next month's newsletter. If we use your idea, we'll mail you a free Butler t-shirt! To reply, simply click on the reply button above and give us your ideas. We look forward to seeing what you come up with.

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Re: SAT scores

LizM — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 19:34:43 GMT

Definetly!! Don't let your worries about standardized testing hold you back from applying. Schools will look at you as an overall person--your grades, activities, and application essays--not just how well you do on your tests. Thats awesome that you are looking at schools in the US, have you studied abroad here??

Also, good job on the math. That was my worst section haha :)

Re: Scholarships

BUBrad — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 20:49:53 GMT

Welcome Jessbear14!! Great questions.

Yes, it's true we love to give away money. :) 85% of our students receive some sort of financial aid. And here's some more info on the ACT scores from BUMegan:

"Our middle 50% is 24-29 on the ACT. Keep in mind, though, that we pull the best four sub-scores on the ACT and combine them for you to create a new composite score. Does that make sense? If you've ever heard the term "superscore" that's also another way to describe it. It can actually help to take the test more than once, because your overall score MIGHT increase!

Also remember too, that Butler requires the writing score at least ONCE of all the times you've taken the test."

Here's the whole profile:

2008 Freshmen Class Profile (Middle 50%)
GPA (on a 4.0 scale): 3.42 - 4.0
SAT: writing 520-610; critical reading 520-630; math 530-650; composition 1570-1890
ACT: 24-29
48% in the top 10% of their graduating class

Re: Who wants to be friends?

LizM — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 17:40:21 GMT

Hmm I haven't, but I've heard of Mansfield! Recently a mom of a student emailed me and asked me why I chose Butler, and here is pretty much what I told her.

1. Size Butler has all the conveniences of a large University, but has a comparatively small student population. Butler has about 4,000 undergrads. I think my largest class probably has 20-25 people in it, and one of my classes has only about 15 people in it. These classes are even smaller than the size of my high school classes, and its great because you really get to know your professors. Its not a huge lecture class where you will never be noticed or get your questions answered. At the same time there are tons of campus activities going on all the time and the athletic events are crazy fun. Its just the right size for me.
2. Location I live in Columbus, Ohio so Butler is only about 2 and a half hours away from me. Its a good distance because its far enough away that I can be independent and make my own decisions but home isn't too far away and my parents can come down and visit me easily.
3. Majors At first I was interested in Butler's Dance program, but then halfway through last year decided I didn't really want to major in dance and wanted to look into other areas. Butler has a great Exploratory majors program, which is what they call the undecided majors. You get to explore different majors and do job shadows and take personality tests to see which career you would enjoy most and utilize your skills in best. There are so many majors here and thus, many choices.

So those were my main points for coming to Butler. Its a well known school, and a credible education. Not to mention the job placement rate after graduation is something like 90%. Pretty awesome. Now that I'm here I've realize how many awesome campus organizations and activities they have too. The greek life here is amazing too. Actually thats what I sent her, verbatim haha. But really, it just felt like it was the place for me. And I love it! Otterbein is a great school as well. Westerville isn't too far away, and I used to go down there for conferences and such. But for me, it would be too close to home. Butler does give out some great scholarships, so keep your grades up and stay involved! Also don't forget to apply for local scholarships--they might not be much, but a little bit goes a long way! Ohio gives out some pretty decent ones too, your guidance counselor should have a list of available scholarships or you can search for ones applicable to you on college board http://apps.collegeboard.com/cbsearch_ss/welcome.jsp

Re: General Questions

AbhiSingh — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 16:57:16 GMT

Couple questions. Applying to Butler still. 1. How is the biomedical engineering program? 2. Is it possible to get a dual degree in BME and business? A. How hard is it to? 3. Can freshman have cars on campus? A. How expensice are the parking garages? 4. Do I need SAT II's? 5. Whats the SAT approximate range for Butler?

admission status

surekha — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 01:42:51 GMT

hi, im surekha frm India.Actually i applied for ms in pharmaceutics in butler university a month back(almost 6 weeks).how cud i know my application status??do u know the approximate date they will tell the decision?

Honors Program?

balletgirl395 — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 21:58:27 GMT

Can anyone give me some information regarding the Butler Honors program. Should I apply....or should I wait. Do my grades automatically get me in. Any information would be greatly appreciated Thank you, balletgirl395

Dance/Ballet at Butler

balletgirl395 — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 21:56:31 GMT

Hi, I was wondering if anyone could give me some information about the dance at Butler. I have been accepted into the University but I still have to audition for the dance department. Could anyone give me any information about the size of classes, types of ballet focus (ie: Vagonova, Checketti, Balanchine), and just some general information. Thank you so much, balletgirl395

Re: The Golden Ticket............ADMIT.!

AnnaK — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 01:20:54 GMT

Aw yaaay congratulations! Maybe I'll see you at True Blue!

Re: Acceptance?

BUBrad — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 23:41:39 GMT

Hey Brasco! Great question! I'm sure many others are wondering the same thing.

We have not sent out any acceptance/deny letters yet, and plan to have them all sent out by the end of next week. December 1st was the date that all applications for early admission were due, but we are holding all letters until we have everyone's decision ready this year. Last year we did send them out as the decisions were made, so someone in the office might have been confused about the new method we're using this year.

Got my fingers crossed for you! :) Welcome to the forums, and feel free to post any other questions here as the process continues.

BUBrad