Record-setting Class and U.S New Ranking Reflect NDMU’s Commitment to Expanding Educational Opportunities and Preparing Students for Success
BALTIMORE, Md. — Notre Dame of Maryland University welcomed its largest class of new undergraduate students this fall, as the university also earned recognition for the third straight year as Maryland’s top institution for social mobility in the U.S. News Best Colleges rankings.
The recognition reflects NDMU’s commitment to expanding access to higher education. The university’s incoming traditional undergraduate class of 261 students reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of those who choose NDMU. More than half are first-generation college students (57%) and eligible for Pell Grants (59%), while 72% identify as members of minority groups. Additionally, 84% are Maryland residents.
These figures highlight NDMU’s role in providing educational opportunities to students across Maryland and beyond. The university is staying true to the tradition of its foundresses, School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSNDs) an education rooted in the belief that learning can empower individuals to shape their futures and contribute to their communities.
“This milestone speaks to the momentum at Notre Dame of Maryland University and the confidence students and families place in us,” said President Abagail Van Vlerah. “As we welcome more students than ever before, we have an opportunity to build on our strengths, continue investing in the student experience and ensure that NDMU remains a place where students can discover their potential and prepare for what comes next.”
At NDMU, the student’s experience extends beyond the classroom. The University emphasizes individualized attention, hands-on learning and academic preparation, helping students explore their interests and develop skills for their chosen fields. Across programs in STEM, business, education, nursing, other and health professions, students can pursue a range of academic and professional pathways.
Through its mission of educating leaders to transform the world, NDMU continues to welcome students with varied backgrounds, experiences and aspirations, preparing them to contribute to their professions and communities.
Established in 1895, Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU) is a private, Catholic institution in Baltimore, Maryland, with the mission to educate leaders to transform the world. Notre Dame has been named one of the best “Regional Universities North” by U.S. News & World Report.
