Official NCES IPEDS & Common Data Set Admissions Statistics (2025-2026 Cycle)
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University of Notre Dame Acceptance Rate

Comprehensive admissions statistics, middle 50% SAT/ACT test score percentiles, GPA requirements, deadlines, and cost of attendance according to official NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

Official Acceptance Rate
11.9%

12 admitted per 100 applicants

Total Applicants
28,351
Undergraduate pool
Total Admitted
3,385
Offers extended
Enrolled Freshmen
2,060
Yield: 60.9%
Middle 50% SAT
1440-1540
25th-75th Percentile
Middle 50% ACT
32-35
Composite score
Average High School GPA
3.91
Unweighted 4.0 scale

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3.85
Composite SAT Score 1480
Harvard University
Institutional Acceptance Rate: 3.4%
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Estimated Admission Likelihood
6% - 10% (~2.4x baseline rate)
Reach (<35%) Target (35%-70%) Safety (>70%)
Academic Profile vs Middle 50% Benchmarks:
Your GPA vs School Avg
3.85 vs 3.98 Below Avg
Your SAT vs Mid-50%
1480 vs 1490-1580 Near 25th %
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Notre Dame Standardized Test Score Distributions

Breakdown of the 25th percentile (bottom quarter) vs 75th percentile (top quarter) of matriculated students.

SAT Middle 50% Distribution

1600 Scale
Composite Total Range 1440 – 1540
Reading & Writing (EBRW) 710 – 760
Math Section 730 – 790
Current Testing Policy Test-Optional through 2026

ACT & GPA Academic Benchmarks

36 Scale / 4.0 GPA
ACT Composite 25th Percentile 32
ACT Composite 75th Percentile 35
Average High School Unweighted GPA 3.91 / 4.00
Estimated Class Rank Top 10% of high school graduating class

Application Deadlines & Admissions Plans

Regular Decision (RD) Deadline January 1
Early Application Deadline November 1
Early Admissions Plan Type Restrictive Early Action
Application Fee $75 (Fee waivers accepted)

Tuition & Estimated Cost of Attendance

In-State Tuition & Fees $62,693 / year
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees $62,693 / year
Institutional Type Private research university
Official Admissions Portal Visit Notre Dame

University of Notre Dame Admissions FAQ

Frequently asked questions regarding admission requirements, GPA, and test percentiles for Notre Dame.

What is the acceptance rate for University of Notre Dame?

The official undergraduate acceptance rate for University of Notre Dame (Notre Dame) is approximately 11.9%. For every 100 applicants, around 12 students are admitted, according to latest NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

What GPA do you need to get into Notre Dame?

Admitted students to Notre Dame typically have an average unweighted high school GPA of around 3.91 on a 4.0 scale. Most successful applicants take rigorous AP, IB, or Honors courses and rank in the top quartile of their graduating class.

What are the middle 50% SAT and ACT scores for Notre Dame?

The middle 50% SAT score range for admitted students is 1440 to 1540. For the ACT, the middle 50% composite score is 32 to 35. Scoring in the upper 75th percentile significantly increases your admissions chances.

What is the application deadline for University of Notre Dame?

The regular decision application deadline for University of Notre Dame is January 1. Early applicants typically submit their materials by November 1 under the Restrictive Early Action admissions plan.

Is Notre Dame test-optional in 2025-2026?

University of Notre Dame's testing policy status: Test-Optional through 2026. Please verify program-specific requirements on the official admissions portal before submitting.

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