Although Notre Dame is a Catholic school and requires students to take at least two courses in theology, it accepts students from all faiths and denominations.
As portrayed in the famous movie Rudy, Notre Dame is difficult to get into, with an acceptance rate of just 13%. Students who do manage to get in tend to be successful: Nearly 93% graduate in four years — one of the highest on-time graduation rates in the country. Plus, alumni have the potential to earn substantial salaries, with median salaries 10 years after enrollment topping $93,000.
Famous alumni include legendary quarterback Joe Montana, author Nicholas Sparks and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.
Notre Dame's Fighting Irish, including the football team, compete in Division I athletics. Sports are a big part of the university's social life, especially because there are no sororities or fraternities at Notre Dame. If you’re in town for a game, don’t forget to stop by “Touchdown Jesus” — a beloved 134 foot high mural near the football stadium. South Bend has museums, shops and restaurants aplenty, but if students are looking for more, Chicago is only a train (or bus) ride away.
