University of Notre Dame

Personal statement required (250-650 words), plus two supplements:

1. Required · 150 words

   Everyone has different priorities when considering their higher education options and building their college or university list. Tell us about your "non-negotiable" factor(s) when searching for your future college home.

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2. Required (choose 2 of 4) · 50-100 words

   Short answer option 1. How does faith influence the decisions you make?

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3. Required (choose 2 of 4) · 50-100 words

   Short answer option 2. What is distinctive about your personal experiences and development (e.g. family support, culture, disability, personal background, community)? Why are these experiences important to you and how will you enrich the Notre Dame community?

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4. Required (choose 2 of 4) · 50-100 words

   Short answer option 3. Notre Dame's undergraduate experience is characterized by a collective sense of care for every person. How do you foster service to others in your community?

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5. Required (choose 2 of 4) · 50-100 words

   Short answer option 4. What would you fight for?

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