Average GPA at Notre Dame?

Hey, I'm contemplating applying to Notre Dame. However, I'm wondering what the average GPA for admitted students is? Is it relatively high or do I still have a chance with a decent but not spectacular GPA?

The University of Notre Dame is indeed a highly selective school with rigorous academic expectations. This means that the average unweighted GPA of admitted students tends to be high.

According to the most recent data, the average GPA for an incoming student is around 4.2 in a weighted GPA scale. This translates to excellent grades - many students admitted to Notre Dame typically are at the top of their high school classes.

However, it's important to note that Notre Dame's admissions process isn't solely based on high school GPA. Besides academic record, the university is also interested in extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, personal essays, and demonstrated leadership.

If you have a "decent but not spectacular GPA," it doesn't necessarily disqualify you. However, you would have to demonstrate in other aspects of your application that you've got something special to bring to the campus community.

So, while GPA is a key factor, it's part of a comprehensive review that also considers your experiences, activities, and personal attributes. The holistic nature of Notre Dame's admission process leaves room for students with various GPAs to gain admission if they have other strong qualities. Good luck!