Diocesan Scholars Program

For generations, students from Catholic diocesan schools have brought faith, intellect, and grit to Notre Dame—shaping a campus culture rooted in service and the pursuit of truth. Yet today, the rising cost of higher education too often keeps talented Catholic students from realizing their dream of attending Our Lady’s University.

The Notre Dame Diocesan Scholars Program removes that barrier. Through endowed partnerships with dioceses across the country, this program provides full-tuition scholarships to exceptional Catholic students—ensuring that cost never prevents them from joining and enriching the Notre Dame community. Each new scholar embodies the promise of a Church that thinks deeply, leads faithfully, and serves generously.

Your gift can create a lasting bridge between your diocese and Notre Dame, opening doors for future generations of faithful scholars to study, grow, and lead for the good of the Church and the world.