University of Notre Dame is a nonprofit private institution located in Notre Dame, IN and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. University of Notre Dame has an annual student enrollment of about twelve thousand.
Areas of study available at University of Notre Dame include:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Social Sciences
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. The majority of students accepted to University of Notre Dame achieve an SAT score in a range of 1340 - 1520, or an ACT composite score within the range of 32 - 34. Only 24% of applicants are accepted to the school due to the large number of applicants for the limited enrollment spots. More information on admissions can be found here.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $46,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. University of Notre Dame may provide financial aid for students who are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Notre Dame Irish participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Available sports offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
Students can visit the school's http://www.nd.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates University of Notre Dame accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
University of Notre Dame has a total student population of about 12,000. The student body is made up of 69% undergraduate students and 16% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $52,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $2,000 to $2,400 per unit
- The estimated cost for room and board is around $17,000, which includes twenty-one meals provided per week
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 66% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 55% | $35,739 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 32% | $6,508 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, University of Notre Dame may provide student services like:- Online classes
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Graduation Rates
With a graduation rate of around 95%, Notre Dame is among the most successful schools in the area.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 90% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 5% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 0.5% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Industrial Design Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Law Program
- Theology (Ministry) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Notre Dame is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-A classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Atlantic Coast Conference)
- Basketball (Atlantic Coast Conference)
- Track and Field (Atlantic Coast Conference)
- Fencing
- Football (Division I-A Independents)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by University of Notre Dame by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Architecture
- Architecture (B, M)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Biochemistry (B, D, M)
- Neuroscience (B)
- Biophysics
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (M)
- Finance (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Commerce (B, M)
- Information Systems (B)
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management (M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (B)
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (B)
Education
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels (M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (M)
- Science Teacher
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Engineering Science (M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering (B, M)
- Computer Engineering (B, D, M)
- Environmental and Environmental Health Engineering (B)
- Biomedical Engineering (D)
- Engineering (M)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, D, M)
- Creative Writing (M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- United States Studies (B)
- African-American Black Studies (B)
- Asian Studies
- Russian Studies
- Hispanic-American, Puerto Rican, and Mexican-American Studies
- Women's Studies
- Ethnic and Cultural Minority Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics (B, M)
- Comparative Literature (D)
- Classical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics (B, M)
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
- Arabic Language and Literature (B)
- Chinese Language and Literature (B)
- French Language and Literature (B)
- Russian Language and Literature (B)
- German Language and Literature (B)
- Italian Language and Literature (B)
- Ancient Greek Language and Literature (B)
- Celtic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics (B)
- Japanese Language and Literature
- Latin Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- PreMed Studies (B)
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Biological and Physical Sciences (B)
- Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution (D, M)
- International and Global Studies (B)
- Medieval and Renaissance Studies (B, D, M)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
- Advanced Legal Research (D, M)
- Intellectual Property Law (M)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B, D)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Mathematics and Statistics (B, D, M)
- Math (B, D, M)
- Applied Mathematics
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, D, M)
- Philosophy and Religious Studies (B)
- Christian Studies (M)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B, D, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Economics (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, D, M)
- Anthropology (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B, D, M)
- Religious and Sacred Music (M)
- Ministry (M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Design and Visual Communications (B, M)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B, M)
- Art History (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to University of Notre Dame.
- Indiana University - South Bend in South Bend, IN (3 miles away)
- Indiana University - Northwest in Gary, IN (57 miles away)
- Purdue University - Calumet Campus in Hammond, IN (64 miles away)
- Chicago State University in Chicago, IL (70 miles away)
- Indiana University - Purdue University - Fort Wayne in Fort Wayne, IN (72 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Visit the main Indiana colleges & universities profile page
- Find out what other private colleges are located in Indiana
- Review a list of Indiana Bible and Christian Colleges
Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact University of Notre Dame for official up-to-date information.