Admissions 2026-27
Oldest Gi rls ’ School in the Western U.S.
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Notre Dame High School, in the heart of Downtown San Jose since 1851, provides young women an exemplary Catholic, collegepreparatory education to become lifelong learners, spiritual seekers, justice advocates, and community leaders. We are inspired by Saint Julie Billiart and the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. We empower young women and —
Teach them what they need to know for life.
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1 BEST Catholic High School IN SANTA CLARA COUNTY
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2 BEST All-Girls High School IN THE BAY AREA
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10 BEST Catholic High School IN CALIFORNIA
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the Center for Women’s Leadership Leadership at Notre Dame is not reserved for those with a title, the loudest voice, or the natural extrovert. It manifests in various ways: posing insightful questions, fostering community, and standing up for others, all aimed at creating change. In an environment designed for young women, Regents find their voice, pursue their interests, and lead with intention. The Center for Women’s Leadership weaves this development throughout the Notre Dame experience, preparing students to lead in academics, careers, and life.
We believe a school for girls is better than a school with girls.
95%
of students feel supported by their teachers (compared to 84% at co-ed schools).
93
%
6x
more likely to pursue STEM majors than graduates of co-ed schools.
of students report greater leadership opportunities
Source:
than their peers at
International Coalition
co-ed schools.
of Girls’ Schools
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400+ ways to lead
STUDENT LEADERSHIP With more than 400 opportunities, every Regent will discover how they can lead. During a dedicated weekly Leadership Collaboration block, student leaders come together to transform their ideas into meaningful action.
WOMAN’S PLACE PROJECT Integrated into the 9th grade curriculum, the Woman’s Place Project builds research and public speaking skills through the study and celebration of women leaders across all fields. Inspired by Judy Chicago’s The Dinner Party, each project includes a symbolic place setting and toast.
YO U N G W O M E N Ê S
A DVO C AC Y S U M M I T
YOUNG WOMEN’S ADVOCACY SUMMIT As seniors, students bring their ND journey full circle at the Young Women’s Advocacy Summit, presenting capstone service projects that address social injustices they care deeply about. Returning to the tables they first set as freshmen, seniors now take their place as women of impact.
WOMEN OF IMPACT Each year for nearly two decades, Notre Dame has honored an alumna and a community leader whose vision and accomplishments inspire others. Celebrated through a schoolwide assembly and luncheon, their examples encourage students to lead lives of purpose and impact.
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Fa ith & Di ve rsity Prayer, reflection, and service are central to the Notre Dame experience. Rooted in our Catholic identity, our inclusive, multifaith community welcomes students of all traditions and backgrounds. Guided by the Hallmarks of a Notre Dame de Namur Learning Community, students recognize God’s goodness, honor the dignity of each person, pursue justice, serve others, embrace diversity, and build community as they grow in faith and purpose.
50%
18
77%
Catholic
Faith Traditions
Students Attend
Student Body
Practiced by Students
Retreats
CAMPUS MINISTRY Through service, student-led liturgies, and retreats, students explore their spirituality, deepen their relationship with God and put faith into action. More than 70 Campus Ministry student leaders expand this work through peer ministry, interfaith partnerships, and opportunities across Notre Dame’s global network of schools.
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Be like the sunflower that follows every movement of the sun,
and keep your eyes always turned towards our good God. ST. JULIE BILLIART - FOUNDRESS
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Col l e g e Pre pa ratory Edu c ati on Notre Dame prepares students to thrive in college and beyond through a dynamic curriculum that encourages curiosity and collaboration. Regents pursue their passions, think critically, and develop skills that serve them throughout life.
130
Unique Courses
30
AP/Honors Courses
ACADEMICS WITH PURPOSE Coursework pushes students to think deeply and connect what they learn to the world around them. Regents understand why their education matters and how they can put it into practice.
COLLEGE READINESS College preparation builds across all four years, with more individualized guidance as students approach the application process. Regents identify their strengths and find colleges that fit their interests and ambitions.
CAREER & LIFE SUCCESS Résumé writing, interview preparation, internships, job shadows, and professional connections give Regents an early look at where their interests can lead. 8 | Admissions Brochure 2026-2027
Stu de n t Ce n te re d Le a rn i n g PERSONALIZED SUPPORT At ND, students are known beyond their names and accomplishments. The adults around them understand how they learn and what they need, offering steady guidance through every stage of high school.
AGENCY & INDEPENDENCE Notre Dame gives students meaningful choices within clear, thoughtful structures. Regents make informed decisions, speak up for what they need, and take increasing responsibility for their education.
EQUITY IN EDUCATION Notre Dame honors each student’s identity, learning profile, and lived experience. Inclusive classroom practices and continued faculty development ensure every Regent can fully participate and succeed.
Students have a real voice in how they learn at Notre Dame. With trusted adults who know them well and room to make thoughtful choices, Regents become more independent and prepared to advocate for themselves.
1 : 10
1:1
Faculty-to-
Counseling
Student Ratio
Support
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Down town
San Jose
serves as an extension of our campus, inviting students to explore the city around them. Within walking distance, they’ll find:
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12
Professional Theaters
Museums & Galleries
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100+
Places of Worship
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Restaurants & Eateries
City a s a Cl a ssroom At Notre Dame, Downtown San José is part of the learning experience. Inspired by our motto to “teach them what they need to know for life,” students step beyond campus to engage with the city’s cultural, civic, spiritual, and creative resources.
80+
30
Annual Walking
Exclusive Downtown
Field Trips
Student Discounts
Just beyond campus, students have access to: •
City Hall
•
Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
•
San José Convention Center
•
SoFA Arts District
These experiences help students gain independence, cultural awareness, and a stronger sense of place while making their own mark on the city through art, advocacy, and civic engagement.
DID YOU KNOW? Notre Dame student artists are featured on downtown murals and through the San Jose Downtown Foundation’s signature program, Downtown Doors. 2026 WINNER: RYLIE ‘28
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Gl ob a l Edu c ati on
Notre Dame’s global education program turns the world into a classroom. Through domestic and international immersion experiences, students explore history, culture, ecosystems, and social justice alongside local communities, building cultural fluency, adaptability, and a broader understanding of their place in an interconnected world.
NATIONAL
INTERNATIONAL
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Boston
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Belize
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East Los Angeles
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China
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Lake Tahoe
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Costa Rica
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Monterey
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Galápagos Islands
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New Mexico
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Japan
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New Orleans
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South Africa
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Washington, D.C.
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Thailand
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Vietnam
SPAIN
DID YOU KNOW? Through the worldwide network of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, students connect with sister schools and WASHINGTON D.C.
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communities across five continents.
GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS
THAILAND
VIETNAM
BELIZE
CHINA
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a s a e Li f
REGENT! WHAT IS A REGENT, YOU ASK?
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Stu de n t Li f e Some of the most meaningful moments of high school happen outside the classroom. At Notre Dame, students build friendships, discover new interests, celebrate traditions, and create memories that become part of their story long after graduation. Whether competing during Spirit Week, choosing class colors and a mascot at Freshman Night Out, or celebrating cultures at the Diversity Showcase, Regents take part in experiences that bring them PROM
together and make high school memorable.
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Clubs & Interest Groups DIVERSITY SHOWCASE
SPIRIT WEEK
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In eighth grade, I was scared to explore new things and worried about what others might think. At ND, I found a passion for swimming, debate, and music, activities I never would have considered before. Stepping outside my comfort zone has helped me grow more confident.
Charlette ’29
QUIMBY OAK MIDDLE SCHOOL
I chose ND for its diversity. Growing up biracial, I cherished every opportunity to see myself represented, and I will never forget hearing Tagalog at Mass for the first time. That moment showed me how intentionally ND makes space for different voices and cultures.
Katelyn ’28
MOST HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL
I was initially unsure about attending a school that wasn’t co-ed, but I quickly saw the value of a women-centered education rooted in leadership. Navigating the world as a woman can be challenging, and ND has given me the tools to face those challenges. The experience has been formative to my identity.
Molly ’27
WILLOW GLEN MIDDLE SCHOOL
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One of my favorite days included a chocolate chip cookie mining lab in AP Environmental Science, a downtown field trip to an art museum, and a boba sale at lunch. The Notre Dame experience is a collection of unique, enriching moments inside and outside the classroom that I could never find anywhere else.
Rupal ’27
QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL
One of the most valuable things I’ve gained at ND is everything I’ve learned beyond academics. I’ve developed skills that have helped me become a more well-rounded person and will stay with me through college and beyond.
Abbey ’27
OLD ORCHARD SCHOOL
Notre Dame has shaped who I am in the most positive way. Through its many leadership opportunities, I’ve learned to speak my mind and share my ideas confidently, knowing my peers and teachers will support me. ND feels like a second home, where I’ve grown comfortable in my own skin.
Pragnya ’27
DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL
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Athl eti c s Notre Dame athletics is both competitive and inclusive, offering chances for students of all skill levels to excel. From beginners to seasoned athletes, Regents develop their abilities and challenge themselves through dedicated training and competition. At its core is a tight-knit community that supports each other, both on and off the field.
FALL
WINTER
SPRING
Cross Country
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Flag Football
Soccer
Lacrosse
Golf
Wrestling
Softball
Tennis
Swimming & Diving
Volleyball
Track & Field
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Competitive Teams
13
Interscholastic Sports
80%
of Teams Advanced to CCS Playoffs
BEYOND ND ND graduates continue their athletic pursuits at the collegiate level, including at Division I and Ivy League programs such as Yale University, University of Oregon, Cornell University, Santa Clara University, and more!
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At our final JV basketball game, the buzzer rang and everyone started crying. Our coach asked, ‘Why are you crying? You won by 30 points!’ But we all knew why. After spending every day together for three months, the people beside you on the court become family. The season ends, but the bond lasts a lifetime.
Nitya ’28
STRATFORD SCHOOL - MILPITAS
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Pe rf orm i n g Arts At Notre Dame, students fully embrace taking center stage as skilled performers, imaginative creators, and influential leaders across the realms of theater, music, and dance.
THEATER & TECH THEATER Regents bring bold productions to life, captivating audiences both onstage and behind the scenes with detailed craftsmanship. •
No-Cut Spring Musical
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Professional Partnerships & Technical Training — Set design, lighting, sound, costuming, and stage management.
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Business & Marketing Program — Video production, advertising, and creative entrepreneurship.
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Field Trips to Local Theaters & Venues
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50+
Annual Performances & Exhibitions
100%
Student-Driven
MUSIC ND vocalists and instrumentalists across all experience levels build their skills through collaboration and a range of performance opportunities, including national and international performances with peer schools. Music engages 15% of the student body, including 32 student leaders in the Tri-M Music Honor Society. •
Regent Harmonies — Inclusive choir open to all.
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Fleurs du Soleil — Advanced, audition-based choir.
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Chamber Ensemble & Jazz Combo
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Pit Orchestra
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Symphonic Band
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Music Ministry
DANCE ND dancers build their technique through campus performances, professional workshops, and regional opportunities alongside dancers from across the country. Recent participants earned scholarships and admission to college BA, BFA and conservatory dance programs. •
Regent Collective Dance Company — Advanced dance and choreography.
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Julie Billiart “Billiez” Dance Team — Hip-hop performances at class and campus events.
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National Honors Society of Dance Arts
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Rob oti c s Guided by three coaches and 15 mentors, the Janksters use ND’s cutting-edge engineering lab to design and build a new robot for the competition challenge introduced each year.
IN THE PAST FIVE YEARS:
22
Regional Competitions
•
3
Leadership Award Finalists
10
Team Awards
4 Committees — Electronics, business, mechanical, and programming.
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2026 FIRST Impact Team Award — Honoring the Janksters’ consistent community partnership and outreach.
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8 FLL Teams Mentored — Supporting FIRST LEGO League programs at local middle schools.
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Young Women’s Engineering Symposium — Workshops, speakers, and exposure to engineering pathways.
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Spe e ch & De b ate Regents think on their feet, build compelling arguments, and speak persuasively through speech, debate and Model UN. At regional
Through Robotics and Speech
and national tournaments, they tackle complex issues, consider
& Debate, I’ve learned to take
new perspectives, and communicate clearly.
100
+
Participating Students
initiative, lead projects and
30
+
Tournaments Each Season
approach challenges with confidence. What makes ND unique is that you don’t have to fit into one box. You can explore different interests and discover strengths you didn’t know you had.
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California State Championships — 10+ years of qualifiers, including a decade-high five in 2026
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Tournament of Champions — Three qualifiers for the national
Clarina ’27
STRATFORD SCHOOL - MILIPTAS
competition at the University of Kentucky •
National Invitationals — Long Beach, UCLA, Stanford, Berkeley, Boston, and beyond
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Student-Hosted Model UN Conference — Keynote by San José Mayor Matt Mahan
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Gra du ati on Outc om e s A NOTRE DAME GRADUATE IS A...
LIFELONG LEARNER Cultivates intellectual curiosity through critical, creative and divergent thinking, digital fluency, collaboration, and resilience.
SPIRITUAL SEEKER Recognizes the goodness of God in all of creation, nurtures spiritual growth, and promotes interfaith dialogue and understanding.
JUSTICE ADVOCATE Fosters inclusive relationships with empathy, compassion and solidarity, and drives social change through community service.
COMMUNITY LEADER Honors our legacy of women’s leadership and determines her own path to ethical and effective impact in work and life.
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Being an ND student means looking forward to coming to school every day. Teachers and students are so welcoming, and you truly feel like you belong in every space. You’re surrounded by people who want to see you succeed, and the opportunities and resources here make learning feel unique and enjoyable.
Amiya ’29
CHABOYA MIDDLE SCHOOL
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by the Gra du a te s 1 : 1 College Counseling support for all juniors, seniors, and their families
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89
100%
college rep visits
matriculate to a two or
last year
four-year college or university
numbers
CLASS OF 2026
COLLEGE DESTINATIONS •
44% Private
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20% University of California
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14% Out of State Public
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13% California State University
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6% Community College
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4% International
CLASS OF 2026
MOST POPULAR MAJORS
88
%
11
%
matriculate to a first-choice
first in their family to
or high-interest college
attend college
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Biology/Biological Sciences/Biochemistry
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Psychology
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Engineering
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Business/Business Administration/Accounting
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Nursing
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Political Science
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Col l e g e Acc e pt an c e s IN RECENT YEARS, REGENTS HAVE BEEN ACCEPTED TO THESE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES, AMONG MANY OTHERS: • AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE • ALBANY COLLEGE OF PHARMACY AND HEALTH SCIENCES • ALBERTA UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS
• CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY
• FORDHAM UNIVERSITY
• CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY
• FRANKLIN AND MARSHALL COLLEGE
• CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY
• FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY SWITZERLAND
• CHARLES R. DREW UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE AND SCIENCE
• LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO • LOYOLA UNIVERSITY NEW ORLEANS • MACALESTER COLLEGE
• FRANKLIN W OLIN COLLEGE
• MAINE MARITIME ACADEMY
• CLAREMONT MCKENNA COLLEGE
• GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY
• MANHATTAN UNIVERSITY
• CLARK ATLANTA UNIVERSITY
• GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
• MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY
• CLARK UNIVERSITY
• GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY
• AUGUSTANA COLLEGE
• CLEMSON UNIVERSITY
• BARNARD COLLEGE
• COLBY COLLEGE
• GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
• BATES COLLEGE
• COLLEGE OF OUR LADY OF THE ELMS
• ALFRED UNIVERSITY • AMERICAN UNIVERSITY • ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY • ART CENTER COLLEGE OF DESIGN
• BAYLOR UNIVERSITY • BENNINGTON COLLEGE • BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY • BIOLA UNIVERSITY • BOSTON COLLEGE • BOSTON UNIVERSITY • BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY • BROCK UNIVERSITY • BROWN UNIVERSITY • BRYN MAWR COLLEGE • BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY • CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF THE ARTS • CALIFORNIA LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY • CAL POLY - SAN LUIS OBISPO
• GETTYSBURG COLLEGE • GONZAGA UNIVERSITY
• MCGILL UNIVERSITY
• COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES
• HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE
• MCMASTER UNIVERSITY
• COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY
• HAMPTON UNIVERSITY
• MENLO COLLEGE
• HARVARD UNIVERSITY
• MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
• COLUMBIA COLLEGE CHICAGO
• HARVEY MUDD COLLEGE
• COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
• HAWAII PACIFIC UNIVERSITY
• CONCORDIA UNIVERSITYIRVINE
• HAVERFORD COLLEGE
• HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY
• MOUNT SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY
• CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY
• HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY
• MUHLENBERG COLLEGE
• CUNY CITY COLLEGE
• HOWARD UNIVERSITY
• NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
• DE ANZA COLLEGE • DEPAUL UNIVERSITY
• HULT INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SCHOOL
• NORTH CAROLINA A & T STATE UNIVERSITY
• DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
• IE UNIVERSITY • INDIANA UNIVERSITY
• NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY
• DREXEL UNIVERSITY
• INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
• DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY
• IONA UNIVERSITY
• CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-CHICO
• EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
• IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY • ITHACA COLLEGE
• CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-EAST BAY
• EASTMAN SCHOOL OF MUSIC
• JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
• CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-FRESNO
• ECKERD COLLEGE
• KENYON COLLEGE
• CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-FULLERTON
• ELMHURST UNIVERSITY
• KETTERING UNIVERSITY
• EMERSON COLLEGE
• LAFAYETTE COLLEGE
• EMMANUEL COLLEGE
• LAKE FOREST COLLEGE
• EMORY UNIVERSITY
• LEHIGH UNIVERSITY
• EVERGREEN VALLEY COLLEGE
• LEWIS & CLARK COLLEGE
• FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY
• CANISIUS UNIVERSITY
• FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
• CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY
• FOOTHILL COLLEGE
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• MOUNT HOLYOKE COLLEGE
• HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY
• CAL POLY - HUMBOLDT
• CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-SACRAMENTO
• MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY
• CORNELL UNIVERSITY
• DUKE UNIVERSITY
• CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-MONTEREY BAY
• MARYLAND INSTITUTE COLLEGE OF ART • MASSACHUSETTS COLLEGE OF PHARMACY AND HEALTH SCIENCES
• CAL POLY - POMONA
• CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY-LONG BEACH
• MARIST UNIVERSITY
• NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY • NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY • OBERLIN COLLEGE • OCAD UNIVERSITY • OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE • OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY • OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY • OREGON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY • OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
• LINFIELD UNIVERSITY
• OTIS COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
• LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
• PACE UNIVERSITY
• LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY
• PACIFIC UNIVERSITY • PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
• PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY • PITZER COLLEGE • POINT PARK UNIVERSITY • POMONA COLLEGE • PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY
• SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIASANTA CRUZ
• UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS
• SPELMAN COLLEGE
• UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
• UNIVERSITY OF ST THOMAS
• ST. OLAF COLLEGE
• UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
• ST. JOHN’S COLLEGE
• UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT
• UNIVERSITY OF THE PACIFIC
• ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY
• PRATT INSTITUTE
• STANFORD UNIVERSITY
• PRINCETON UNIVERSITY
• STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY
• PURCHASE COLLEGE
• SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY
• PURDUE UNIVERSITY
• TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
• QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY
• TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY
• REED COLLEGE
• TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
• RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE • RICE UNIVERSITY • ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY • ROSE-HULMAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY • ROWAN UNIVERSITY • RUTGERS UNIVERSITY • SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY • SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY • SAINT MARY’S COLLEGE • SALVE REGINA UNIVERSITY • SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY • SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY
• TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY • THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA • THE COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY
• UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
• UNIVERSITY OF DENVER
• UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT
• UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
• UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA
• UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
• UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
• UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII
• UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
• UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON • UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO • UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS CHICAGO • UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS URBANA
• UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN • UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY • VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY • VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
• THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
• UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK
• VIRGINIA TECH
• THE UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
• UNIVERSITY OF MAINE
• WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
• WASEDA UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS
• WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
• WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
• WELLESLEY COLLEGE
• UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
• WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI
• WEST VALLEY COLLEGE
• UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI
• WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
• THE UNIVERSITY OF TAMPA • THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS • TRENT UNIVERSITY • TRINITY COLLEGE • TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN • TUFTS UNIVERSITY • TULANE UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA
• UNION COLLEGE
• SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO
• UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
• SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN
• UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA
• SARAH LAWRENCE COLLEGE
• UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
• UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
• UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
• UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH
• SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO
• UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO
• UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
• SAN JOSE CITY COLLEGE
• SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
• UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
• UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIABERKELEY
• UNIVERSITY OF PORTLAND
• WESTMONT COLLEGE • WHITMAN COLLEGE • WHITTIER COLLEGE • WHITWORTH UNIVERSITY • WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY • WILLIAM & MARY • WOFFORD COLLEGE • WOODBURY UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIADAVIS
• UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND • UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS
• WORCESTER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE
• SCRIPPS COLLEGE
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIAIRVINE
• SEATTLE PACIFIC UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIALOS ANGELES
• UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
• YALE UNIVERSITY
• SEATTLE UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIAMERCED
• SCHOOL OF VISUAL ARTS
• SETON HALL UNIVERSITY • SHENANDOAH UNIVERSITY • SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIARIVERSIDE
• SMITH COLLEGE
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIASAN DIEGO
• SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIASANTA BARBARA
• XAVIER UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO • UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO • UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
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A Li f eti m e
In ve stm e n t
A Notre Dame education is a transformative investment that reaches beyond four years of high school. Its lasting value is found in the person your child becomes and the foundation they carry into what comes next. For more than a decade, Notre Dame has been the #1 Catholic high school in Santa Clara County. Students receive a rigorous college-preparatory education in an environment designed for young women, with the individual attention and opportunities to discover and develop their strengths. By graduation, Regents are prepared for college and more certain of what they can contribute. That value continues as they join a lifelong alumnae network that creates connections across generations, professions, and communities. We know tuition is a significant consideration. Tuition assistance helps make Notre Dame attainable so families can choose the school they believe is right for their child.
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28,880
$
tuition for 2026-2027 school year
99%
annual student retention rate
9,200
alums in ND’s lifelong network
25%
of families benefit from tuition assistance
Appl y i n g to Notre Dame San Jose Notre Dame seeks individuals who are academically ready, mission-aligned, and excited to engage completely in Regent life. Our holistic admissions procedure takes into account each applicant’s academic qualifications, character, interests, experiences, and the potential value they bring to our community.
TEST-OPTIONAL ADMISSIONS
ENGAGE WITH US
Notre Dame’s test-optional policy reflects our
While not required, campus visits, admissions events,
belief that student readiness can be evidenced
and student ambassador conversations help the
in several ways. Prospective students may submit
admissions team get to know a student’s genuine
either High School Placement Test (HSPT) scores
interest in Notre Dame. We are looking for students
or an academic work sample that illustrates their
who want to learn, grow, belong, and contribute to
readiness for high school-level courses.
the community around them.
APPLICATION COMPONENTS We review each application across three areas to understand the whole student.
Academic Profile
Personal Insights
Family Partnership
• Academic Records
• Student Essays
• HSPT Scores or Academic Work Sample
• Character Letter of Recommendation
• Parent/Guardian Statement
• Teacher Letter of Recommendation
• Interests, experiences, and contributions
Con n e ct with u s! VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.ndsj.org/admissions APPLY THROUGH FINALSITE www.ndsj.fsenrollment.com/ CONTACT THE ADMISSIONS TEAM ndadmissions@ndsj.org or (408) 294-1113 ext. 2165 CONNECT WITH A REGENT studentambassadors@ndsj.org
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596 S. 2nd Street
NO. 499
San Jose, CA 95112 Address service requested www.ndsj.org | @notredamesj
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Re g e n t Jou rn e y EXPLORE ND
• Shadow Visits: Aug. through Dec. • Virtual Info Night: Oct. 7 • Open House: Oct. 17 • Regent Rampage: Nov. 6 • Seventh Grade Preview: April 14
APPLY
• Application Opens: Sept. 1 • Workshops: Oct. 28 & Nov. 10 • Application Deadline: Dec. 11 • HSPT: Jan. 23
REGENT NEXT STEPS
• Decisions Released: March 12 • Admitted Family Reception: March 16
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