REANon-Binding

University of Notre Dame

Notre Dame is a premier Catholic research university. Notre Dame REA is non-binding and notably allows applicants to apply to other private Early Action programs, unlike the Ivy League restrictive plans.

Important Policy Warning

Notre Dame REA only forbids applying to binding Early Decision (ED) programs elsewhere.

Key Dates

Application Deadline

November 1, 2025

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Decision Notification

December 16, 2025

Decisions released online

Restriction Rule

You may apply to other Early Action programs (private or public), but not to any binding Early Decision program.

Application Compatibility

What you can and cannot apply to while holding a REA application at University of Notre Dame:

Application TypeAllowed?
Public university Early Action✓ Yes
Private university Early Action✓ Yes
Binding Early Decision (ED)✗ No
International Early Action programs✓ Yes
Scholarship-required Early Action✓ Yes

Allowed Exceptions

The following application types are explicitly permitted alongside your REA application:

  • ✓All non-binding Early Action programs

Admission Statistics

Overall Acceptance Rate

11%

REA Admit Rate

15%

Total Applicants

29,943

SAT Range (Mid-50%)

1470–1540

Avg SAT Score

1450-1530

Avg ACT Score

33-35

Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Notre Dame's REA program binding?

No. University of Notre Dame's REA program is non-binding. If admitted, you have until May 1st to make your final enrollment decision, giving you time to compare financial aid offers from Regular Decision schools.

Can I apply to public universities Early Action alongside REA?

Yes. University of Notre Dame's REA policy allows you to submit Early Action applications to public universities. This is a common strategy to secure an early acceptance while awaiting your REA decision.

When will University of Notre Dame release REA decisions?

University of Notre Dame typically releases REA decisions around December 16, 2025. Decisions are released online through the applicant portal.

Verify your school list

Make sure your other early applications are compatible with your University of Notre Dame REA application.

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