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English proficiency testing will be REQUIRED if either the applicant's primary first language is not English or the secondary education has not been primarily in English. The TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, and Duolingo English Test (DET) exams are used to determine an applicant's English language proficiency.
Notre Dame is test-optional through at least 2025-26, meaning you are not required to submit scores from ACT and/or SAT exams when you apply. This policy applies to both first-year and transfer students.
In order to evaluate your application we require: the Common Application or Coalition Application, which include the Notre Dame writing supplement, the application fee, your essay, one teacher’s evaluation, your full transcript, and, if you choose, a standardized test score (either SAT or ACT).
25 lis 2023 · Notre Dame requires students to complete certain high school courses for admission consideration. These requirements ensure that you have a strong foundational knowledge base across key academic areas.
27 gru 2022 · Notre Dame is practicing test-optional admissions for both the 2023 and 2024 admissions cycles. This means that applicants can choose whether or not to submit standardized test scores as part of their application.
What Standardized Tests are required? Notre Dame is test-optional for the 2024 and 2025 application cycles, meaning students may choose whether or not to submit a test score with their application. Applicants may self-report their SAT and/or ACT scores via their application or applicant student portal.
Standardized Tests: Notre Dame is test-optional for the 2024-2025 application cycle, meaning you can choose to submit your SAT or ACT scores if you believe they will enhance your application. While submitting test scores is optional, strong SAT or ACT scores can boost your application.
