Overview

About this Degree at the University of Notre Dame

In an integrated curriculum composed of small discussion-based Seminars and Tutorials spanning the arts, history, literature, natural science, philosophy, politics, and theology, students and professors join a vital conversation about what it means to be human.

While some students complement their Program of Liberal Studies coursework with a variety of electives, others delve more deeply into specific areas through a second major or minor. Many of our students study abroad, and all take advantage of the range of extracurricular opportunities available to students at Notre Dame. Although all of the courses in the Program are required, our Director of Undergraduate Studies, Dr. Eric Bugyis, will work with you to create a personalized course plan that can accommodate your interests beyond PLS.

Key Facts

PLS alumnus Corey Robinson '17 said of majoring in PLS, “It was everything I wanted in one major, and it was the best decision of my life.” Learn more about Corey.

Are you interested in everything? Do you always have a book in your bag (or two, or three)? Do you love having wide-ranging discussions with your friends that jump from deep questions of human meaning to the mysteries of the natural world to the urgent issues facing contemporary society?

Do you hate it when people tell you that you have to choose just one major (or just two; ok, and maybe a minor)? Do you want your education to be personally transformative, while also preparing you for whatever profession you happen to be passionate about upon graduation? Look no further.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantitative Reasoning

Science & Technology

Writing & Rhetoric

Moreau Seminar

Great Books Seminar
Political and Social Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

South Bend, United States

Disciplines

General Studies Liberal Arts View 1422 other Bachelors in Liberal Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The Notre Dame Writing Supplement via the Common Application or Coalition Application.
Optional: Results of your ACT or SAT assessment scores - Notre Dame is test-optional for 2022 and 2023 application cycles. S
Official results of the TOEFL, IELTS, DET, or PTE Academic, if applicable
Official high school transcripts or record of academic achievement in secondary school
A letter of evaluation from a high school teacher in a core academic subject area who knows you well
Counselor evaluation (recommended, not required)

A completed Certification of Finances plus financial documentation (see below) verifying the totals on the Certification of Finances submitted via your applicant status portal
A copy of your passport submitted via your applicant status portal
If applying for need-based financial aid, a completed CSS Profile

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

67100 USD / year

≈ 67100 USD / year
Out-of-State

67100 USD / year

≈ 67100 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

67100 USD / year

≈ 67100 USD / year

Living costs

South Bend

United States

885 - 1432 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Key Facts

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

South Bend

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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