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University of Notre Dame

Private nonprofit Notre Dame, IN · Suburban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
96%
Graduation Rate
$99,980
Earnings (10yr)
$26,780
Net Price
11%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

The University of Notre Dame has an impressive graduation rate of 96%. This means that the vast majority of students who start their studies here complete their degrees on time. Such a high rate indicates strong student support and academic rigor.

According to the Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, specific mobility outcomes for Notre Dame students are not available. However, the strong graduation rate and high earnings after ten years suggest that graduates from this institution tend to secure stable, well-paying jobs. The average earnings for alumni reach $99,980, reflecting the quality of education and career preparation they receive.

Prospective students should consider the financial aspects as well. The net price for attending Notre Dame is $26,780, with a median debt of $19,000 after graduation. While the Pell Grant rate is 14%, students who thrive here often pursue majors in Business, Engineering, Social Sciences, Biology, and Computer Science, aligning their education with strong job markets.

Rankings

How University Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation96%Earnings 10yr$100KNet Price$27KRetention99%Median Debt$19KPell Grant Rate14%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$11K$48-75K$45K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%143.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%6239.9%MOBILITY89.73%

Cost & Financial Aid

$65,025
In-State Tuition
$65,025
Out-of-State
$26,780
Avg Net Price
$19,000
Median Debt
14%
Pell Grant Rate
25%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,244
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,254
Family Income $30K–$48K
$11,432
Family Income $48K–$75K
$45,321
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$86,210
6 Years After Entry
$94,844
8 Years
$99,980
10 Years
0.19x
Debt-to-Earnings
85%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$86,210 6yr $94,844 8yr $99,980 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

89.73%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
6239.9%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
143.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$165,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.46
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.3%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Research & Teaching

Data: Times Higher Education World University Rankings

#63
World Rank
56.4
Teaching
45.1
Research
89.1
Citations
35.6
International

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

1.153%
Inventor Rate
234
Total Patents
407
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 11%
Retention Rate 99%
SAT Average 1520
ACT Midpoint 34
SAT Range 1455–1560
ACT Range 33–35
Full-Time Faculty 88%
Faculty Salary (mo) $16,830
Diversity Index 0.61
First-Gen Students 10%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 25%
Engineering 14%
Social Sciences 14%
Biology & Biomedical 13%
Computer Science & IT 8%
Mathematics & Statistics 4%
Psychology 3%
Health Professions 3%