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Funding Your Future

Notre Dame is committed to making a world-class education affordable. We’ll walk you through the financial aid process and help you understand the funding options available to you.

Aid & Affordability

Real Perspective

Want to know what it’s really like to be a Notre Dame student? Get the real deal from current students on everything from choosing a major to study abroad. Our student writers are experts on the Notre Dame experience so you can get a feel for campus life straight from the source.

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Dates & Deadlines

Fall Transfer Application Deadline
March 15, 2026


Good Friday - University Closed
April 3, 2026

The Rally 2026: Admitted Student Days
April 19-20, 2026

Pre-College Summer Scholars
Session I: June 6-20, 2026
Session II: June 27 – July 11, 2026

Summer Seminary Immersion Program
June 13-27, 2026

Fourth of July - University Closed
July 3 - 4, 2026

Pre-College Leadership Seminars
July 18-29, 2026

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Why Notre Dame

Take the next step on a journey of passion and purpose. Notre Dame is where creative intellectuals pursue knowledge in service of the greater good.

Why Notre Dame