University of Notre Dame Transfer and Admissions Information

Private

4 year
8,475

Full + Part time Students
1:10

Faculty to Student Ratio
0%

Transfer Student Ratio
$34.3K

Avg. Financial Aid

The gilded Golden Dome and statue of Mary atop the Main Building proclaim the Notre Dame campus as a place where faith is treasured and diverse traditions shared and respected. Our students represent all 50 states and over 100 countries. Rigorous academics, NCAA Division I athletics, and numerous events and activities create an environment in which our students are ignited with a passion to learn and to live to their fullest capacity. Notre Dame is one of the few universities to regularly rank in the top 25 in the U.S. News & World Report survey of America's best colleges and the Learfield Sports Directors’ Cup standings of the best overall athletics programs.

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Overview

Total Faculty	1,077
Full-Time Undergraduate	8,462
Part-Time Undergraduate	13
Programs	135 Programs
Courses	6,204 Courses
Equivalencies	1,732 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$42,971
Out-of-State Tuition	$42,971
Books and Supplies	$950
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid	43%
Federal Loans: Average amount received	$6,338
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid	64%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received	$27,958

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

A Notre Dame education is an incredibly valuable investment – and not simply because of the quality, rigor, and access of the education you’ll receive. In addition to a world-class academic environment, you’ll experience the communal and spiritual landscape that makes our University truly unique. This is a place for students dedicated to improving their minds, hearts, and spirits. Beyond the campus, Notre Dame offers one of the widest and most influential alumni networks in the world.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Fall	April 15
Spring	November 1

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

In recent years, the average GPA for admitted students is 3.70
Official Transcripts:

An official college transcript must be sent to the Admissions Office directly from each college attended by the application deadline. An official final high school transcript is also required.
SAT Scores:

An Official SAT or ACT score report is required. We will accept scores listed on an official high school transcript.
Letters of Recommendation:

We strongly recommend that you submit one letter of recommendation from a professor or teaching assistant at your current institution. A College Official's Report is required.
Essay:

A well-crafted personal statement explaining your interest in Notre Dame, your academic and professional goals, and how transferring to Notre Dame can help you achieve them is required.
Application Fee:

There is a $65 non-refundable application fee.
Interview:

Notre Dame does not offer personal interviews as part of the application process.
Other Requirements:

Course descriptions for each course taken. Please do not send course catalogs. Science & Engineering require a copy of the course syllabus from each course. The College of Arts and Letters strongly encourages syllabi in addition to descriptions.
Apply Here:

admissions.nd.edu/admission-and-application/transfer-students/application/

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

Credits will only transfer if a B or better has been earned.
Credits (Min/Max):

Applicants must have completed at least 27 transferable credits. A max of 60 credits are accepted for transfer. You must earn 60 credits at Notre Dame to earn a bachelor's degree.