Academic Criteria

09/01/20 • 12 min

This episode provides an overview of the academic criteria we consider when reviewing applications. We dig into test-optional and what that really means, in addition to offering advice about who should submit which tests under specific circumstances. Lastly, we emphasize that test-optional really does mean optional!

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Application Review & Deadlines

In our inaugural episode of College Bound, we discuss our philosophy for application evaluation, specifically the holistic approach we take to evaluating applications, and the role that context plays in our review process. We also explain our Restrictive Early Action and Regular Decision deadlines and timelines, and how to choose the best one for you.

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Non-academic Criteria & Essays

Our discussion of holistic review continues in this episode as we talk about the non-academic portions of the application. We offer advice on what to include and some insight on how to best tackle your college essays.

College Bound - Academic Criteria

Transcript

00:00:08:08 - 00:00:29:25

Welcome to College Bound, Notre Dame Admissions' new podcast. We're really excited to share with all of you what's unique about Notre Dame. Throughout our season, we'll have current students sharing their own experiences, we'll be providing a little bit of insight into the application process, and our big goal is to help you learn about all of the academic and extracurricular opportunities at Notre Dame.

00:00:30:14 - 00:00:45:15

I'm Maria Finan, a