Aid & Affordability

What Will I Pay?

Family Household Income & What Our Aid Covers

Most families with income up to $60,000*

Tuition, fees, housing, and food

Up to $150,000*

At least full tuition

Up to $200,000*

At least half tuition

$200,000+*

Full demonstrated need

*Families with assets above what is typical for their income level may not qualify for this level of support, but Notre Dame is still committed to funding 100% of demonstrated need. A family's assets might include cash and savings, investments, home equity, business net worth, other real estate, and any other assets. We exclude qualifying retirement accounts.

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.

Scholarships, Not Loans
While your family may choose to borrow to help fund your education, the University's financial aid offer is composed of only grants and scholarships that do not need to be paid back.

Our 4-Year Commitment to You

Your admission to Notre Dame comes with a four-year commitment. We will continue to invest in you and your education throughout your undergraduate years. You can be confident that as long as your family’s financial circumstances remain substantially the same, your Notre Dame financial aid will remain consistent. If your family's financial situation changes and you require additional assistance, we will review your application and adjust our aid to meet any additional need.

70%+ of all undergraduates receive 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 10 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

Determining Family Contribution for 2026-2027

Notre Dame will estimate your family's ability to contribute to your education expenses on a yearly basis, based on the financial and household information you provide in your financial aid application. The need analysis formula takes into account many factors, some of which include income, assets (not including retirement assets), certain expenses (e.g., medical expenses), family size, and number in college.

Estimate Your Family's Cost

If you'd like an estimate of your family's expected family contribution, we encourage you to use the calculators below to understand how much a Notre Dame education might cost for you and your family.

Tool	Best for...	Time Required	What You'll Need
MyinTuition	Quick Estimates. Ideal for getting an early sense of eligibility for need-based scholarships.	3 Minutes	6 basic financial questions (no tax forms needed).
Net Price Calculator	In-depth planning. Provides a detailed look at what similar students have paid, including specific grants.	15-20 Minutes	Detailed financial info, including recent tax returns and W-2s.

Next Steps

The best way to get a sense of how much you’ll actually pay for your education is to apply for financial aid. Families are often surprised at the generous amount of aid available to them.

Apply for Financial Aid