Hey guys, I'm a high school junior who's exploring different colleges. I'm particularly interested in Notre Dame, but I'm a bit unclear on the religious affiliations. Is Notre Dame a Jesuit university, or is it affiliated with a different religious group? Thanks in advance!
Hello! Although Notre Dame is a Catholic university, it is not affiliated with the Jesuit order. Notre Dame was actually founded and is still maintained by the Congregation of Holy Cross, which is a Roman Catholic religious order. While both Jesuit and Holy Cross schools are rooted in the Catholic tradition, they have different approaches to education, service, and community-building due to their distinct religious orders. Notre Dame emphasizes the integration of faith and learning, fostering a strong sense of community and service. If you're interested in exploring Jesuit colleges, you might look into schools like Georgetown, Boston College, or Fordham, among others. Good luck in your college search!
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