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University of Notre Dame SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1455-1560. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 33-35. University of Notre Dame admitted 11% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
1455-1560
ACT middle 50%
33-35
Acceptance rate
11%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
8,818

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for University of Notre Dame?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1560 or higher to sit in the top quarter of University of Notre Dame's SAT submitters; 1455 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 97% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at University of Notre Dame?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

University of Notre Dame SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing720750770
SAT Math735770790
SAT total (estimated)145515201560
ACT composite333435

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 770 in Reading and Writing and 790 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 55 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1520.

Testing policy

Does University of Notre Dame require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

University of Notre Dame told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on University of Notre Dame's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at University of Notre Dame

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$65,025
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$26,780
First-year retention rate
99%
Graduation rate within 6 years
95%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$99,980

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FAQ

University of Notre Dame admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into University of Notre Dame?

University of Notre Dame does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1455 and 1560 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1560 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1455 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for University of Notre Dame?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 33 to 35, with a median of 34. Scoring 35 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does University of Notre Dame require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, University of Notre Dame reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on University of Notre Dame's admissions website before you apply.

What is University of Notre Dame's acceptance rate?

University of Notre Dame admitted 11% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].