University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About University of Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame du Lac (known simply as Notre Dame; NOH-tər-DAYM; ND) is a private Catholic research university in Notre Dame, Indiana, United States. The university was founded in 1842 by members of the Congregation of Holy Cross, a Catholic religious order of priests and brothers. Its main campus covers 1,261 acres (510 ha) in a suburban setting and has landmarks such as the Golden Dome main building, Sacred Heart Basilica, the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Word of Life mosaic mural, and Notre Dame Stadium. Notre Dame is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research spending and doctorate production". The university is organized into seven schools and colleges: College of Arts and Letters, College of Science, Notre Dame Law School, School of Architecture, College of Engineering, Mendoza College of Business, and Keough School of Global Affairs. Notre Dame's graduate program includes more than 50 master, doctoral and professional degrees offered by the seven schools. The university's athletic teams are members of the NCAA Division I and are known collectively as the Fighting Irish. Notre Dame is noted for its football team, which contributed t
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11%
Acceptance
$26,780
Net price
8,818
Enrollment
95%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
11%
Acceptance rate
1,520
SAT average
34
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$26,780
Average net price
$65,025
In-state tuition
$65,025
Out-of-state tuition
$17,900
Room & board
$1,250
Books & supplies
$83,271
Total cost of attendance
14%
Students receiving Pell grants
25%
Students with federal loans
$19,000
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$99,980
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$86,210
Median earnings (6 yrs)
95%
Graduation rate
99%
Retention rate
94%
Earn more than a HS grad
$38,658
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
8,818
Total enrollment
0%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
10%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
University of Notre Dame FAQ
Is University of Notre Dame a public or private school?
University of Notre Dame is a private nonprofit institution located in Notre Dame, IN.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Notre Dame?
University of Notre Dame has an acceptance rate of 11%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does University of Notre Dame cost?
The average annual net price at University of Notre Dame is $26,780 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $65,025.
What is the graduation rate at University of Notre Dame?
About 95% of students at University of Notre Dame complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do University of Notre Dame graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, University of Notre Dame students earn a median of $99,980 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University of Notre Dame?
Admitted students at University of Notre Dame have an average SAT score of 1,520 and an ACT midpoint of 34. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend University of Notre Dame?
University of Notre Dame enrolls about 8,818 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Michael Fernandes · CC BY-SA 3.0. Additional images are representative.
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