Notre Dame
High School
Lawrenceville, NJ
Admissions
How to Apply
For All Prospective Students
Spring Application for Prospective Freshmen
Transcripts and Letters of Recommendation are due May 6
Please note: current and prior year report cards, as well as standardized test scores are required from your current school.
Interviews are required by all applicants. One parent or guardian is required to attend.
Standard Application Online (SAO)
Notre Dame accepts the Standard Application Online, administered through the Enrollment Management Association.
Please note: current and prior year report cards, as well as standardized test scores are required from your current school.
Interviews are required by all applicants. One parent or guardian is required to attend.
Standard Application Online (SAO)
Notre Dame accepts the Standard Application Online, administered through the Enrollment Management Association.
You will be taken to the SSAT website, where you will be required to create a login and select Notre Dame High School (NJ). The application process includes submitting the online SAO and non-refundable $50 fee. This fee is waived for the children of alumni. Please contact the Enrollment Management Office at 609.882.7900, ext. 183 to obtain a waiver code.
Prospective Students are also asked for the following information:
InterviewProspective Students are also asked for the following information:
- Student Profile and Parent Statement (required before an interview can be scheduled).
- Letters of Recommendation from current English and Math teachers. Teacher emails will be entered on the SAO and they will be sent an online form to complete. Current English teachers are to fill out the "Any Teacher" recommendation form. Guidance counselors or Principals may complete the optional Principal/Guidance Counselor form.
- Transcripts from current school. Families will enter an email for a current school adminstrator. An email will be sent to them requesting transcripts. All current year and prior year reports cards, as well as standardized test scores (PARC, Terranova, ERB, PSSA), must be included.
All prospective students are required to come to Notre Dame for an interview with a member of our Admissions Committee. Upon submitting your application, you will obtain a link to reserve a day and time. The student and one parent or guardian will need to be present. The interview is a wonderful opportunity for us to get to know each other. Come dressed to impress and ready to ask questions. We look forward to meeting you!
Class of 2023
Placement Test (Prospective Freshmen only)
All prospective freshmen are required to take the High School Placement Test (HSPT). The HSPT will be offered at Notre Dame in May. Applicants for the Class of 2023 will be contacted.
Transfer Students
There is limited availability in grades 10 and 11 and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Please submit the online application and you will be contacted by a member of our admission staff.
Competitive Admission Policy
Notre Dame High School has a competitive Admissions Policy based upon:
- Past performance
- Present achievement
- Future potential
- Desire to contribute and be a part of the Notre Dame tradition
Notification of Admission Decision
Decisions will be based upon the enrollment availability and "fit" between the school and the applicant. Notre Dame High School welcomes applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin in its admission or administrative policies
Admissions News
List of 1 news stories.
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Notre Dame High School to Offer Merit Scholarships
Notre Dame High School recently announced that the School will offer three academic merit scholarships to incoming freshmen, beginning with the September 2019 enrolled class. Notre Dame President, Mary Liz Fitzpatrick ‘72 Ivins, commented, “Our continued commitment to keep a Notre Dame education affordable will now include the addition of three merit based scholarships offered to academically strong incoming freshmen. The awarding of these scholarships will recognize their hard work and commitment to becoming a member of the Notre Dame community.”Read More
Thank you for your interest in Notre Dame High School. This is a very exciting time for you! You may feel a bit nervous, but we're sure you can’t wait to see where the next few years will take you! To help you get started on your new journey, we have created a series of short videos featuring Juliet, a Notre Dame Junior, who will give you step-by-step instructions for completing the application. Always feel free to call or email Mrs. Sarubbi and Mr. Petitto in the Admission Office if you have any questions! We look forward to meeting you all soon!
Application How-to Videos
Irish for a Day Shadow Program
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ND Irish for a Day Program
The ND Irish for a Day Shadow Program allows prospective students to spend the day at Notre Dame and experience classes and student life. They are paired with a current student for the day.
Contact Us
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Eugenia M. Moore, Parent of Alumna
"Spend four years within a community . . . as you learn more about the life God has planned for you."
Notre Dame High School
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.
