Notre Dame of Maryland University

It is moderately difficult to get into Notre Dame of Maryland University. Notre Dame of Maryland University admitted 49% of all applicants in 2015. Out of 827 applications received in 2023, 409 students were offered admission.

Check in with Notre Dame of Maryland University's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

Notre Dame of Maryland University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Notre Dame of Maryland University's admissions stats.

Notre Dame of Maryland University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	24%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	86%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	14%
Waitlist	No

Notre Dame of Maryland University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Notre Dame of Maryland University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	–	–

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Want to Apply Early to Notre Dame of Maryland University?

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Notre Dame of Maryland University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

Some students apply to college early to boost their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of acceptance, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Notre Dame of Maryland University Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Notre Dame of Maryland University?

Notre Dame of Maryland University is a moderately difficult school to get into. Notre Dame of Maryland University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Notre Dame of Maryland University accepted 49% of students, approximately 409 of the 827 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Notre Dame of Maryland University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Notre Dame of Maryland University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Notre Dame of Maryland University

Notre Dame of Maryland University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Notre Dame of Maryland University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Notre Dame of Maryland University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Notre Dame of Maryland University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with Notre Dame of Maryland University for more information on admission factors.

Notre Dame of Maryland University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Notre Dame of Maryland University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Notre Dame of Maryland University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Notre Dame of Maryland University?

Students admitted to Notre Dame of Maryland University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 67% submitted a class rank. At Notre Dame of Maryland University 24% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 49% were in the top 25% and 85% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Notre Dame of Maryland University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Notre Dame of Maryland University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Notre Dame of Maryland University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2015, 86% of Notre Dame of Maryland University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 14% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at Notre Dame of Maryland University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Notre Dame of Maryland University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Notre Dame of Maryland University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to Notre Dame of Maryland University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Notre Dame of Maryland University.

Transfer students can enroll in Notre Dame of Maryland University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Notre Dame of Maryland University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Notre Dame of Maryland University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Notre Dame of Maryland University.

Does Notre Dame of Maryland University accept transfer credits?

✅ Notre Dame of Maryland University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Notre Dame of Maryland University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • Excelsior College Examinations

Does Notre Dame of Maryland University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Notre Dame of Maryland University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Notre Dame of Maryland University?

✅ Notre Dame of Maryland University is not test optional.

What is Notre Dame of Maryland University's acceptance rate?

✅ Notre Dame of Maryland University's acceptance rate is 49%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Notre Dame of Maryland University?

❌ Notre Dame of Maryland University does not offer early decision.

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