Aid & Affordability
Pathways to Notre Dame reduces financial barriers to a transformative Notre Dame education. Financial aid meets 100% of every student’s demonstrated financial need without loans, so students can focus on what truly matters: an exceptional education that will shape their future.
Need-blind Admissions for All Students
Your ability to pay is not considered when evaluating your application for admission.
Meet 100% of Financial Need
100% of your demonstrated financial need is met—covering the gap between the cost of attendance and what your family can reasonably contribute.
No Loan Aid Offers
Instead of loans, you'll receive grants and scholarships in financial aid offers that do not need to be paid back.
70% of all undergraduates received some type of financial aid.
We invest in you
Notre Dame is one of fewer than 60 schools in the nation that meet 100% of a family’s demonstrated financial need.
“Financial aid was huge for my family and me. I thought my only options would be to attend a school in my home state; however I came to realize that Notre Dame would meet 100% of our financial need. They’ll meet you all the way, wherever you are.”
- Mark Metryoos ’25
A student’s financial situation is not considered when evaluating their application for admission
Notre Dame is one of only nine universities that is need-blind for all admitted students, domestic and international.
“As a first-generation traditional college student and daughter of a single mother, affordability was a primary concern when considering colleges. Besides earning multiple scholarships, receiving a generous financial aid package solidified my choice to call Notre Dame my home. It’s been the best decision to come to Notre Dame.”
Cheyenne Stewart ’26
Middle-income families receive financial aid
We offer financial aid to families of various income levels. Income is only one factor we consider when offering financial aid: we review household size, number of family members in college, assets, and special circumstances.
“A big reason why I chose Notre Dame was because of the financial aid package that I received. I applied to a lot of different schools to see what my options would be. I knew I had to choose a school based on what was financially feasible for my family and me. Notre Dame ended up providing me the most generous offer and I am so grateful that I called Notre Dame my home these last four years.”
Savannah Carr ’24
What Will You Pay?
The chart below represents the estimated financial aid support a student may receive and the annual estimated family cost. Eligibility for University grants and scholarships depends not just on income, but also on family size, number in college, and total assets—so aid can vary even among applicants with similar incomes.
| Annual Income | Percentage Who Qualify For Aid |
Average Scholarships* | Estimated Family Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $40,000 | 100% | $88,045 | $1,200 |
| $40,000 - $65,000 | 100% | $85,745 | $3,500 |
| $65,000 - $100,000 | 98% | $79,445 | $9,800 |
| $100,000 - $140,000 | 98% | $70,545 | $18,700 |
| $140,000 - $180,000 | 97% | $62,445 | $26,800 |
| $180,000 - $250,000 | 95% | $50,045 | $39,200 |
| $250,000+** | 57% | $22,645 | $66,600 |
* Includes University Scholarships, Federal Pell, and Supplemental Grants.
** Most who qualify have two (or more) children in college pursuing their undergraduate degrees.
Average cost of attendance for 2025-2026 academic year: tuition and fees $67,607, room and meals $18,438 for total direct costs of $86,045. The estimated cost for books, personal expenses, and transportation is $3,200.
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