It's time to rethink college tours
Traditional campus tours feel impersonal and can leave you with more questions than answers. You’re just a face in the crowd following a scripted tour led by a random guide. Is this really the best way to make one of the biggest decisions of your life?
SchoolScoops is the smarter, more personal way to tour colleges
Private and personalized tours
With traditional tours you’re just a number in a big group, making it hard to ask the questions that matter most. With SchoolScoops 1-on-1 tours and video chats you can ask all the questions that are important to you.
Choose your own guide
On a typical college tour, the school assigns you a guide. SchoolScoops lets you pick a guide who matches your academic interests, hobbies, and personality. You'll get authentic insights and advice from someone who truly gets you.
No scripts, just scoops
Traditional campus tours are essentially a sales pitch—the guide works for the school and their job is to show you the highlights. SchoolScoops guides don’t work for their school, so there’s no sales pitch—just genuine advice to determine if the school is a good fit.
Find the school for you
Choosing where to go to college is a major decision and a huge investment. SchoolScoops 1-on-1 tours and video chats go beyond the basics to help you make a well-informed college decision.
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Get to know Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame is a premier Catholic research university recognized for academic excellence in the sciences, business, engineering, and the humanities, grounded in a strong liberal arts tradition and a commitment to ethical leadership, faith, and global service.
Overview
The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842, is a private Catholic research university located in Notre Dame, Indiana. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across eight colleges and schools.
Size
The University of Notre Dame has a total enrollment of approximately 13,000 students, including around 8,900 undergraduates and 4,100 graduate and professional students.
Acceptance rate
The University of Notre Dame has an acceptance rate of around 11%, with an early action acceptance rate of approximately 20%. Among admitted students who submitted test scores, half have an SAT score between 1420–1550 or an ACT score between 32–35.
Cost
For the 2024 academic year, undergraduate tuition at the University of Notre Dame is approximately $65,000, with graduate program tuition varying by school and program. Around 60% of undergraduates receive financial aid, with the average need-based scholarship totaling approximately $55,000.
Ranking
According to U.S. News, the University of Notre Dame is ranked #20 out of 436 National Universities, based on its performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of academic excellence.
Academics
The University of Notre Dame offers over 75 undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs across its eight colleges and schools. It maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of 9:1, encouraging strong mentorship and close academic engagement between students and professors.
Traditions
The University of Notre Dame’s most cherished traditions include the lighting of the “Golden Dome,” the singing of the Alma Mater and “Victory March,” the Midnight Drummers Circle before football games, the annual “Trumpets Under the Dome” performance, and Senior Week festivities celebrating the graduating class.
Campus landmarks
The University of Notre Dame’s most iconic landmarks include the Golden Dome atop the Main Building, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, the Hesburgh Library with its “Word of Life” mural (known as Touchdown Jesus), Notre Dame Stadium, and the scenic Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes—all reflecting the university’s rich history, Catholic heritage, and stunning campus.
Student body
Over 75% of University of Notre Dame students come from out-of-state, with strong representation from Illinois, California, New York, Texas, and New Jersey, contributing to a nationally diverse and vibrant student community.
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How do I take an admissions campus visit to Notre Dame?
To experience Notre Dame firsthand, you can schedule an official campus visit through their admissions website. These visits typically include an information session and a student-guided walking tour, providing insights into academics, campus life, and traditions. .
What is Notre Dame famous for?
Notre Dame is famous for its strong Catholic identity, tough academics, and unique dorm life. It's also well-known for its "Fighting Irish" sports teams and a very strong alumni network.
What GPA do you need for Notre Dame?
While there's no set GPA, most students accepted to Notre Dame have extremely high grades, often close to a perfect 4.0. Taking hard classes in high school also helps a lot.
What are dorms like at Notre Dame?
Notre Dame has a special dorm system where students live in single-sex dorms for all four years. These dorms are like small communities with their own traditions, helping students feel very connected.
What are the best majors at Notre Dame?
Some of the best and most popular majors at Notre Dame are Business (Mendoza College), Engineering, and programs in Arts and Letters. Their architecture program is also very well-known.
Where is Notre Dame University located?
Notre Dame University is located in Notre Dame, Indiana, which is right next to South Bend, Indiana. The campus itself is very scenic and has many famous buildings.
What is the Grotto at Notre Dame?
The Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes is a special and well-loved spot on campus, a replica of the famous shrine in France. It's a peaceful place where students and visitors go to reflect, pray, and light candles.
Is faith important at Notre Dame?
Yes, faith is an important part of Notre Dame's identity as a Catholic university, but it's not forced on students. There are many ways to explore faith, like dorm Masses and the Grotto, alongside a diverse student body.
Does Notre Dame offer private campus tours?
Yes, through SchoolScoops, you can book a private campus tour led by a student guide of your choice.
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