Welcome to Notre Dame Prep! Thank you for taking a few minutes to learn about our community.
We do our best to make each step seamless for you and look forward to working with your family through the admissions process.
It is an exciting time to be a Lancer! Our recent partnership with Sacred Heart University has given our students many benefits, including access to their Library after school, the opportunity to play football, soccer, ice hockey, lacrosse, and bowl using their Division 1 facilities.
We have also begun collaborating on academic and student life programs.
So much more to come! Our students, staff, and faculty have completed over 22,000 hours of community service this year.
Our International Baccalaureate program has enrolled its first cohort of students, while our Distinguished Scholars program is sending its fourth group of students to study at Oxford University in England this summer.
I look forward to having you visit Notre Dame Prep and learning more about our amazing community! Sincerely, Karen Guastelle Director of Admissions.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Yearly Tuition: $17,500
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
506 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
53%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP American Government, AP Biology, AP British Literature, AP Calculus AB, AP Economics, AP European History, AP French IV, AP Humanities, AP Spanish IV, AP US History, Environmental Science
Average SAT score
1160
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants, polo shirt for boys and Skirt and polo shirt for girls.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,500
Tuition Notes
Tuition is paid in twelve monthly installments.
% on Financial Aid
70%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Karen Guastelle
Admissions Associate
Gaetano Marra
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
22 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Meditation Club
Club or Organization:
Arts and Crafts Club, Campus Ministry, Creative Writing Club, Drama Club, French Club, Gaming Club, Horizons, Karate, lancer Ambassadors, Link Leaders, Literary Magazine, Peace and Justice, Save the Children, Spanish Club, Stem Club, Student Government Association
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus
School Notes
- School Motto: Building Character, Faith and Excellence
- School Mascot: Lancer
- 7th and 8th-grade report cards
- One letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor
- The Entrance Exam is offered in the fall of the student's eighth-grade year.
Early Decision- For students who consider Notre Dame Prep their first choice. Early Decision deadline: November 15, 2025
Early Decision letters are mailed: December 15, 2025
Deposit Deadline:January 5, 2026
Priority AdmissionsPriority Admission deadline: November 15, 2025
Priority Admission letters are mailed: January 15, 2026
Deposit Deadline: February 13, 2026
Rolling Admissions- Students are admitted on a space-available basis
Rolling Admissions begin on January 15, 2026
Please visit us!
We invite you to visit Notre Dame for a tour or a Shadow Day. Our fall Open House will be held on October 18 at 11:00 a.m.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University cost?
Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University's tuition is approximately $17,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University?
The acceptance rate of Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
What sports does Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University offer?
Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University offers 22 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, E-sports, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Martial Arts, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for most sports offered.
What is Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University's ranking?
Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University?
The application deadline for Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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