University of Notre Dame
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1440 | 1540 |
| 2024 | 1440 | 1540 |
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👍 Great Fit If You Are:
Purpose-driven students
if you want your education to shape not just what you do, but who you become, Notre Dame honors that path.
Thinkers with faith (any kind)
if you reflect often on justice, meaning, or ethics—religious or not—this school takes those questions seriously.
Liberal arts + leadership types
if you want deep readings + real impact, and to connect intellect with action, ND offers that blend.
Community-oriented scholars
if you're looking for lifelong friendships, residential traditions, and shared purpose, this is one of the strongest in the country.
Faith-informed doers
if you hope to do business, science, or policy with values at the core, Notre Dame gives you mentors and mission.
🚨 Not Ideal For:
City-life enthusiasts
South Bend is small and quiet; nightlife and urban buzz are minimal.
Radical individualists
the culture here emphasizes community, responsibility, and shared values over total independence.
Agnostic purists
if you're deeply uncomfortable with faith-based language or spaces, ND's tone may feel alienating (even if open-minded).
Loose-structure lovers
Notre Dame has core requirements and a defined moral voice; it's not academically laissez-faire.
Prestige-maximizers
while elite, Notre Dame's focus is more on mission and substance than networking flash or name-dropping.
☀️ Weather & Climate
spring
45-65°F (7-18°C)
Variable, spring rain
summer
70-85°F (21-29°C)
Warm and humid
fall
45-70°F (7-21°C)
Football weather
winter
20-35°F (-7-2°C)
Cold and snowy
Four seasons with cold winters
☀️Average 183 sunny days per year
👩🎓👨🎓 Demographics
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📚 Popular Majors
Campus Area Dining
Nearby Areas
A scenic trail featuring numerous wineries and tasting rooms.
Beautiful beaches for relaxation and recreation.