Yo, Notre Dame is high on my list of potential colleges. I wanna know what SAT scores are generally regarded as 'competitive' there. Can anyone here help me out with this?
Sure, I'd be happy to help. The University of Notre Dame is indeed a highly selective university. For the 2024-2025 application cycle, Notre Dame does require an SAT or ACT score.
While Notre Dame does not disclose an “average” or “minimum” SAT score necessary for admission, it's always helpful to take a look at their middle 50% scores, i.e., the SAT scores for the 25th percentile to the 75th percentile of admitted students. This can give you an idea of the level of competitiveness.
For the class that entered Notre Dame in Fall 2024, the middle 50% SAT range was between 1450 and 1550 (out of 1600). So, most admitted students scored in that range, but some students scored below 1450 and some students scored above 1550.
Remember, a strong SAT score is essential, but it's only one part of the application process. Your grades, course rigor, essays, letters of recommendation, and extracurricular activities will also be considered in the admissions process.
Good luck with your application to Notre Dame! You're targeting a great school.
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