Campus & Student Life at Notre Dame de Namur University

Home to about 211 undergraduates in 2020, NDNU is a very small, private university located in Belmont, California. A safe, suburban environment can offer many of the amenities of city living without the constant hum. Should you tire of the campus however, NDNU offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by NDNU can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our NDNU Guide to Distance and Online Learning.

Notre Dame de Namur University is Affiliated With the Roman Catholic Faith.

Some, but not all, schools with a religious affiliation may require a statement of faith or religious studies component. Contact the school to see what their requirements are. If an affinity with the Roman Catholic faith interests you, check out our ranking of The Best Roman Catholic Colleges and Universities.

NDNU Has a Disability Services Site

Individuals with disabilities make up 8.0% of the student population at NDNU. For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit NDNU Disability Services.

NDNU for the Military

While not a "service academy", NDNU does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. Undergraduates have access to one or more ROTC programs. For more information, check out our NDNU for Veterans Guide.

Freshmen Living Arrangements at Notre Dame de Namur University

NDNU offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.

* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.

Full-time vs. Part-time Studies at Notre Dame de Namur University

NDNU has a comparatively very small, student body. There were 211 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 129 (61.1%). Part-time attendance was 82 (38.9%).

Overall Diversity at Notre Dame de Namur University Could not be Evaluated

We do not have sufficient information to evaluate and rank NDNU in terms of overall diversity. Please see the NDNU Diversity Guide for more information.

Notre Dame de Namur University Athletics

NDNU has a total of 165 student athletes, 74 men and 91 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.

Athletics Financing

For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Notre Dame de Namur University Athletics