Hello there, I'm setting my sights on applying to Notre Dame and I'm trying to weigh my chances. Does anyone know their current admission rate? Additionally, which factors does Notre Dame place the most emphasis on in their admissions process?
Sure, I can provide some helpful information on this. As of the most recent stats, Notre Dame has a competitive acceptance rate that hangs around 12-15%. However, remember that this figure can fluctuate year after year based on the applicant pool.
When it comes to admissions criteria, Notre Dame, like many elite colleges, utilizes a holistic review process, and they've stated that the most important factors they consider are your high school curriculum and grades. Taking challenging courses (like AP or IB) and performing well in them is crucial. Beyond that, they look at things like standardized test scores (if submitted, because they're currently test-optional to the 2024-2025 application cycle), extracurricular involvement, leadership, and your essays.
Notre Dame specifically notes that they value applicants who have demonstrated a sincere commitment to community service. This aligns with their mission as a Catholic institution, so showcasing your service activities could potentially make your application stand out.
Lastly, Notre Dame values fit and understanding of its unique community. So, in your essays, it's crucial to demonstrate your understanding of and fit with Notre Dame's community and values. Demonstrating that you've done your research about the school and understand what makes it unique could potentially strengthen your application.
Remember to shape an application profile that is both authentically you and thoughtfully tailored to what Notre Dame values in its applicants. Good luck!
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