Private · Notre Dame, IN
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- Application
- Common App
- Recommendations
- 2 required
- Personal essay
- Required
- Regular decision
- January 2, 2027
- Early Action
- November 1, 2026
- Early Decision
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Additional info
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Supplemental essays
Everyone has different priorities when considering their higher education options and building their college or university list. Tell us about your "non-negotiable" factor(s) when searching for your future college home.
Required · 150 wordsHow does faith influence the decisions you make?
Required · 100 wordsWhat is distinctive about your personal experiences and development (eg, family support, culture, disability, personal background, community)? Why are these experiences important to you and how will you enrich the Notre Dame community?
Required · 100 wordsNotre Dame's undergraduate experience is characterized by a collective sense of care for every person. How do you foster service to others in your community?
Required · 100 wordsWhat would you fight for?
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