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Notre Dame’s Pre-College Programs are designed for high-school students interested in exploring college-level academics within a values-driven university environment. Students may participate in residential, commuter, or online formats and choose from focused offerings spanning leadership, global affairs, business, engineering, and the humanities. Many programs emphasize discussion-based learning and ethics, reflecting Notre Dame’s distinctive Catholic academic culture. Residential participants, such as those in the Summer Scholars or Leadership Seminars tracks, live on campus and engage in structured programming, while online options broaden access through a flexible, year-round format. Admission to on-campus programs is selective and requires a full application review, whereas online courses offer a more accessible enrollment process for students to explore their interests. For families seeking a summer experience that blends academic exploration with a strong institutional mission, Notre Dame Pre-College offers a thoughtful introduction to university-level study.