This report explores the cost of tuition at The University of Notre Dame and looks at how fees can vary depending on the status of each student, the type of degree undertaken, and the level of financial aid given.
As of the 2022/23 academic year, standard undergraduate courses at Notre Dame cost $59,794 in tuition.
This amounts to an estimated $239,176 in tuition over the course of a 4-year degree.
Undergraduate tuition fees have increased by 4.55% at a CAGR of 2.25% over a 3-year period.
However, Notre Dame agrees to meet 100% of every student’s demonstrated financial need at undergraduate level.
For students with annual family earnings under a total of $140,000, financial aid should exceed their cost of tuition for the year.
Standard graduate courses at Notre Dame cost $59,644 in tuition.
This amounts to an estimated $119,288 in tuition over the course of a 2-year degree.
Graduate tuition fees have increased by 4.55% at a CAGR of 2.25% over a 3-year period.
Tuition fees for standard undergraduate courses are 0.25% more expensive per year than graduate courses.
Notre Dame standard undergraduate tuition fees (full-time)
As of the 2022/23 academic year, tuition fees for standard undergraduate courses at Notre Dame total $59,794.
Tuition fees for undergraduate courses have increased by 4.55% over the given 3-year period.
Technology fees total $250 annually.
Health center access fees total $150 annually.
Student activity fees total $95 annually.
Observer fees total $12 annually.
Fee type
2020/21
2021/22
2022/23
Change
Tuition fee
$57,192
$58,336
$59,794
+ 4.55%
Technology fee
$250
$250
$250
=
Health center access fee
$150
$150
$150
=
Student activity fee
$95
$95
$95
=
Observer fee
$12
$12
$12
=
(Excludes supplemental fees)
Notre Dame standard graduate tuition fees (full-time)
As of the 2022/23 academic year, tuition fees for standard graduate courses at Notre Dame total $59,644 annually.
Tuition fees for graduate courses have increased by 4.55% over the given 3-year period.
Technology fees total $250 annually.
Health center access fees total $150 annually.
Student activity fees total $72 annually.
Fee type
2020/21
2021/22
2022/23
Change
Tuition fee
$57,050
$58,190
$59,644
+ 4.55%
Technology fee
$250
$250
$250
=
Health center access fee
$150
$150
$150
=
Student activity fee
$72
$72
$72
=
(Excludes supplemental fees)
A graph is given below to compare the cost of tuition for standard undergraduate and graduate courses at Notre Dame:
Notre Dame financial aid
The University of Notre Dame agrees to meet 100% of every student’s demonstrated financial need at undergraduate level.
As of the 2022/23 academic year, 70% of all undergraduates received financial aid.
The median need-based scholarship for incoming first-year students is $55,100.
Furthermore, around 150 different Notre Dame clubs offer scholarships in their geographic zones.
All applicants to financial aid at Notre Dame will be considered for club scholarships.
In addition, around 45% of undergraduates at Notre Dame undergraduates are employed on campus annually.
This helps many students meet their personal expenses.
Federal aid
Pell Grants awarded range from $692 to $6,895 annually.
The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) assists students who show exceptional financial need.
These range from $100 to $4,000 annually.
Notre Dame first-year scholarships and grants 2022/23
As of the 2022/23 academic year, total scholarships and grants for first-year students at Notre Dame range from $19,100 – $76,750.
16.92% of first-year Notre Dame scholarship and grant recipients received $76,750 in scholarships and grants.
16.26% of first-year Notre Dame recipients received $39,050.
14.58% of first-year Notre Dame recipients received $60,100.
The higher the total gross family income bracket, the lower the average scholarship and grant provided.
Total gross family income
Scholarships & grants
Number of student recipients
Under $40,000
$76,750
181
$40,000 – $65,000
$74,700
122
$65,000 – $80,000
$70,300
60
$80,000 – $100,000
$66,500
79
$100,000 – $140,000
$60,100
156
$140,000 – $180,000
$51,850
143
$180,000 – $250,000
$39,050
174
$250,000+
$19,100
155
Notre Dame athletic scholarships
As of the 2021/22 academic year, the Rockne Athletics Fund raised $19.3 million for student-athletes of Notre Dame.
The fund allows members and donors to fund student-athletes of the university.
Over $8 million went towards financial aid.
Over $3.4 million went towards facility upgrades.
A total of 12,768 donors contributed towards the fund, in addition to money contributed by members.
A full athletic scholarship at Notre Dame will cover the total amount of:
Tuition and fees.
Room and board.
Books and supplies.
Personal Expenses.
Transportation.
Students awarded a partial athletic scholarship will also have some of these fees covered.
However, this depends on the terms of the financial aid agreement.
Typically this will be agreed as a percentage of the relevant fee, or a fixed dollar amount.
Notre Dame tuition fees FAQ
How much is Notre Dame tuition out-of-state vs. in-state?
Out-of-state and in-state Notre Dame students will pay the same rate of tuition.
As of the 2022/23 academic year, tuition amounts to $59,794 for standard undergraduate courses and $59,644 for standard graduate courses.
How much is Notre Dame tuition for international students?
Admitted international students without financial aid will be expected to pay full tuition for their studies
Those with financial aid will pay a reduced rate according to their need.
However, international students that do not require financial aid will be given preference in the application process.
Notre Dame is need-aware for international students and makes an evaluation when applicants request financial aid.
If an international student applies and is accepted for financial aid, they will receive a package to meet their full demonstrated need.
How do I pay tuition at Notre Dame?
Students at Notre Dame can pay for their tuition fees using:
