College Readiness

Our college counseling philosophy mirrors the spiritual legacy of our foundress, Saint Julie Billiart, embracing the gift of God’s goodness to support the personal journey of each student. Through the college counseling process, students are invited to discover who they are and what they think. We explore the full range of college options and help them find one that challenges them academically and aligns with their values, interests and career goals. The college counseling program is holistic and includes 1:1 meetings, group meetings, class-level meetings, parent education events and more.

1:1 college counseling support for all juniors and seniors and their families

69 college representatives visited campus virtually or in person last year

20 students in the Class of 2023 were First Scholars to College

MORE THAN

$18m in scholarships was awarded to 160 students in the Class of 2023

MOST POPULAR MAJORS FOR THE CLASS OF 2023:

• Business, Marketing

• Biological Sciences

• Engineering

• Psychology & Neuroscience

• Political Science

87% matriculated to one of their top choice schools

CLASS OF 2023 GRADUATES MATRICULATED TO SCHOOLS THAT ARE:

• 47% Private

• 34% UC/CSU

• 10% Out of State Public

• 3% Community College

• 3% International

• < 1% Gap Year

For a complete list of acceptances and matriculations, please scan the QR code below to visit our counseling webpage.

First Scholars To College

Notre Dame’s First Scholars to College Program provides students who will be the first in their family to attend college, and their families, assistance in navigating the road to a college education and helps students explore career possibilities.

www.ndsj.org/academics/ college-counseling