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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Notre Dame, IN

University of Notre Dame

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in IN. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$62,693

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

12.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

96.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$99,980

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Notre Dame is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Notre Dame, IN. With a competitive tuition profile of $62,693, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 96.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing710 – 760
20025th–75th percentile800
Math730 – 780
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite33 – 35
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

12.4%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$250,772

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$69,980

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$449,028

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$1,148,828

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Notre Dame is $19,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
48.8%
51.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
61.4%
Hispanic
13.6%
International
6.7%
Asian
5.9%
Two or more
5.6%
Black
4.6%
Unknown
1.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$62,693

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$8,873
$30k - $48k$6,216
$48k - $75k$14,841
$75k+$20,449

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$19,000
Pell Grant Recipients12.5%
Using Federal Loans25.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment93.3%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$7,226
Avg. Pell Grant$5,291
Avg. State/Local Grant$7,457
Avg. Institutional Grant$48,024
Students Receiving Grants57.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

98.2%

Success

96.6%

In-State Cost

$62,693

Age 25+ Students

0.1%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

1,135 students

Local City Insights

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