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University of Notre Dame

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Overview

Established in 1844, the University of Notre Dame is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Notre Dame (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Indiana. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, University of Notre Dame (ND) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. University of Notre Dame (ND) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 180-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. ND also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Notre Dame's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of Notre Dame's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Notre Dame' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Notre Dame's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym ND
Founded 1844
Motto Vita, Dulcedo, Spes
Life, Sweetness, Hope
Colours Blue and gold
Mascot Leprechaun
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University Location

Address 400 Main Building
Notre Dame
46556 Indiana
United States
University of Notre Dame's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Notre Dame Phone Number +1 (574) 631 5000
University of Notre Dame Fax Number +1 (574) 631 6947

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Notre Dame's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Notre Dame's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Notre Dame's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Notre Dame.

University of Notre Dame: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
International
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Notre Dame's admission information.

University of Notre Dame's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Notre Dame's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Notre Dame a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Notre Dame's acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


University of Notre Dame's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Notre Dame has more than 1600 international students.

University of Notre Dame's Admission Office Admission Office

220 Main Building
Notre Dame 46556
(574) 631 7505


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Notre Dame.

University of Notre Dame's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Notre Dame has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of Notre Dame's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Notre Dame's Control Type Control Type

University of Notre Dame is a private higher education institution.


University of Notre Dame's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Notre Dame is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Notre Dame's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


University of Notre Dame's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


University of Notre Dame is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

University of Notre Dame has a Christian-Catholic affiliation (Congregation of Holy Cross - www.holycrosscongregation.org).


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official University of Notre Dame's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, large, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Arts & sciences plus professions, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Comprehensive programs, no medical/veterinary school

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Notre Dame's main facilities:


University of Notre Dame's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Notre Dame's Library

University of Notre Dame's library has 6 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 2,293,784 physical volumes, 374,168 physical media, 200,065 digital/electronic media and 1,852 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 186 full-time employees, including 66 librarians. University of Notre Dame's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

University of Notre Dame's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the University of Notre Dame provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 6,919 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

University of Notre Dame's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Notre Dame's main services:


University of Notre Dame's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Notre Dame's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Notre Dame's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

University of Notre Dame's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of Notre Dame's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Notre Dame's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Notre Dame is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Notre Dame's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Notre Dame's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)
  • Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU)
  • National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU)
  • Universities Research Association (URA)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Notre Dame 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Notre Dame's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Notre Dame's Facebook page University of Notre Dame's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Notre Dame's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Notre Dame's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Notre Dame's YouTube channel University of Notre Dame's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Notre Dame's Instagram page University of Notre Dame's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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