I have been an Admissions Volunteer for 25 years, a role which serves as a local contact foe students considering ND. Here are a few tips based in my observations. ND doesn't have hard and fast minimums for GPA or test scores, however most admitted students fall in the top 5% of their class, and are taking the most rigorous courses available at their school (Normally AP). Take both the SAT and ACT. Take the SAT several times, as ND will combine your highest scores in each section. ND also really only considers the traditional 1600, rather than 2400. Involvement and leadership in school/community activities is very important. By all means, visit Campus, though don't worry about an interview. Being a legacy helps in tie-breakers only. One letter of recommendation is sufficient, but ensure it's from someone who really knows your daughter. It's difficult for many girls to brag about their accomplishments. Tell her to be humble, but take credit for all she has done. There will be an opportunity in the essays to let them see who she is, and what is important to her. Take advantage of that. The number and quality of applicants is daunting. Based on what you've said about her, however, she is they type of student is looking for, and will certainly be competitive. If she is not accepted, but still wants ND, she should have a back up school with a similar freshman curriculum> That makes transferring in a bit easier. The transfer admissions process is somewhat different. While ND accepts a relatively small number of transfers, we've had several Alaskan kids enter as sophomores (And I'm keeping my fingers crossed for one great young lady who has applied this year).
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