Admissions

The first step for all prospective students is to create an online admissions portal so our staff can personalize your ND experience. Creating a profile is simple, does not require a payment or commitment, and is your first step to begin the admission application process. If you have questions about how to apply, please contact the admission team at [email protected].

Notre Dame does not require the Entrance Exam (also known as the HSPT) for admission. Each application is reviewed holistically by our admission committee, and our decisions are based on a thorough review of the student's admission application, academic record, standardized test scores and recommendations.

Applications are continued to be reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis, following the November 15 Early Action deadline. Rolling Admission decisions are sent biweekly, beginning in mid-January. 

Fall Open House will be on Sunday, October 18 (10am - 12pm). To learn more about Open House and other on campus events and visit opportunities, contact the Office of Admission. 

Notre Dame offers two bus routes and an optional carpool network to help facilitate transportation for families. Bussing is also provided for West Haven residents through the city of West Haven. To learn more about the bus routes and carpool network, click here.

Transfer Admission Deadlines

• Fall 2026 Entry

  • Admission Application Deadline: August 1, 2026

• Spring 2027 Entry (Mid-Year Transfer)

  • Admission Application Deadline: December 1, 2026

• Fall 2027 Entry

  • Admission Application Deadline: August 1, 2027

We will admit female transfer students into the sophomore class (Class of 2028) in the Fall of 2025, and female transfer students into the Classes of 2028 and 2029 in the Fall of 2026.

Notre Dame welcomes transfer inquiries for 9th, 10th, and 11th grades. Requests for a student to transfer for senior year are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and require consultation with the Admissions Office.

Transfer applicants are reviewed by the Admissions Committee, in conjunction with the Director of School and College Counseling and the Vice-President of Student Success. During the transfer application review process, the committee evaluates a student’s credits and maps out the appropriate curriculum sequence and course placement. Transfer students will not repeat courses that have already been completed.

Yes, it is required that all transfer students do an interview as the last step to complete the admissions process and finalize the admission decision. The interview will be scheduled once the student’s admission application and all supporting documents have been received and will be done in conjunction with Student Visit or Family Campus Tour. Please contact the Admissions Office at [email protected] to schedule an appointment and visit.

The Notre Dame High School Financial Aid Committee requires all families to complete a FACTS application to be considered for financial assistance. FACTS determines the potential dollar amount that a family can contribute based on a calculation of family income and expenses.

Notre Dame awarded over $2.5 million in tuition assistance for the 2025-2026 academic year for families with demonstrated financial need. The financial aid committee considers each family’s individual circumstances and tailors the best possible plan to help make a Notre Dame education affordable.

The priority deadline for financial aid consideration is November 15, 2026. The FACTS application will be available beginning on October 1, 2026. Families are strongly encouraged to complete the application by the November 15 deadline.

Families are required to apply for financial aid every year by completing the FACTS application. However, the financial aid package is only subject to change if there is a significant change in family circumstances from the prior year.

• One full tuition payment (due May 1, 2026) 
• Two half tuition payments (due May 1, 2026 and November 1, 2026) 
• Ten monthly payments (due May 1, 2026 through February 1, 2027)

Families who complete the financial aid application and admission application by the November 15, 2026 Early Action deadline will receive their financial aid awards with their admission decisions the week of December 18, 2026.

Notre Dame values academic and personal achievement and recognizes students for their performance and accomplishments. Merit scholarships are awarded to incoming students as part of their total financial aid package. In order to be considered for a merit scholarship, you must file your admission application and scholarship application by the Early Action Deadline of November 15. Scholarship awards range from $500 to $5,000 a year, and are renewed annually, provided the student remains in good academic and disciplinary standing. If you have questions about the Merit Scholarship Application, please email the Admission Team at [email protected].