Concentrations are similar to a college minor. Notre Dame High School offers concentrations in both Applied Science and Communications. This allows students to focus their course of study to reflect their desired career path.
Students in a concentration will complete 30 credits in concentration, specific courses.
Applications are available in the College and School Counseling Office and on the Student Resources Board: Downloads
Speak to current or former teachers and ask for a recommendation
Create a thoughtful and well-written essay expressing why he or she wants to pursue a concentration in this field of study
Meet with his or her counselor to review discuss eligibility and scheduling
Applications may begin spring of freshmen year and must be received by September 1 of Junior year (Priority in scheduling will be given to those students who submit an application by May 1.)
Students are eligible to complete ONE concentration during their tenure at Notre Dame
Notre Dame students must complete a minimum of 130 credits to graduate; however, many students graduate with 140-160 credits. Students working in a concentration, will devote 30 of the required 130 credits to courses in their concentration. Students must earn a minimum grade of 80% in order to receive credit toward the concentration.
Located on 100 beautiful acres in Central New Jersey, Notre Dame High School, founded in 1957, is a college preparatory school for grades 9 - 12, preparing young men and women for lives of purpose, built upon a foundation of Catholic faith, with a commitment to academics, co-curricular activities and service to others.