Admissions Overview
High School Diploma
Required
Common App
Accepted
Class Rank
Competitive students rank near the top of their class
Credit for AP Classes
Provided
SAT/ACT
Optional
TOEFL, IELTS, DET, or PTE
Required for International Students
College Prep Program
Required
Additional Materials
Supplemental Essay
Letter of Recommendation (Teacher)
12% (20% early)
3.9 - 4.6
1420 - 1550
32 - 35
GPA Requirements
Admitted students typically have very high GPAs, ranging from 3.9 to 4.6. However, according to Notre Dame, ranking near the top of your class is necessary to be competitive, no matter how your school’s GPA is computed.
3.9
Average High School GPA
3.8 - 4.6
25th-7th Percentile
SAT Requirements
The University of Notre Dame is test optional currently. Notre Dame University's SAT scores for admitted students range from 1420 - 1550, with an average score of 1490.
Although SAT scores are optional, we recommend that students aim for a good SAT score of at least 1480 to be competitive in the admissions process at Notre Dame University.
1490
Average SAT
1420 - 1550
25th-75th Percentile
47%
Students submitting SAT scores
ACT Requirements
The University of Notre Dame is test optional currently. Notre Dame University's ACT scores for admitted students range from 32 to 35, with an average score of 33.
A good ACT score will still boost your application above the competition and help get you into your dream school. It will allow admissions officers to quickly and objectively compare you to the rest of the applicant pool.
33
Average ACT
32-35
25th-75th Percentile
53%
Students submitting ACT scores
Other Requirements
Besides academic grades, Notre Dame has some additional requirements based on the program of study you apply for.
Extracurriculars
Make sure you have extracurriculars relating to your area of study and those that show your dedication over time.
Recommendation Letters
Notre Dame University requires one teacher recommendation. A counselor recommendation is optional.
TOEFL, IELTS, DET, or PTE
Required for international students.
