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
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 Type | Allowed? |
|---|---|
| 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.
Open the SCEA Compatibility Checker