University of Notre Dame

Overview

The University of Notre Dame, located in Notre Dame, Indiana, is a private Catholic research university established in 1842. Situated just outside South Bend, approximately 90 miles east of Chicago, the campus spans over 1,250 acres and is notable for its landmark French Gothic architecture, particularly the Golden Dome of the Main Building. The university offers an array of undergraduate and graduate programs, with a strong emphasis on research and a reputation for rigorous academics. Popular majors include Finance, Economics, and Political Science, while the Mendoza College of Business is consistently ranked among the nation's top business schools. Notre Dame has a highly selective admissions process and is known for its commitment to undergraduate education, supported by a substantial residential system with most students living on campus. The Fighting Irish, the university's athletic teams, have a storied tradition in intercollegiate athletics, specifically in football, with a rich history of national championships and All-American athletes.

In the most recent statistical year 26,509 prospective students applied, and 3,421 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 2,037 enrolled in the school.  12,809 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 296 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $59,794 plus fees of $507. Notre Dame is ranked 31 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.