Notre Dame College

Breaking News: Notre Dame College to Close After Spring Semester

Sad news for Notre Dame College as it prepares to shut down at the end of the semester. Find out where the remaining students are headed!

Notre Dame College, located in South Euclid, Ohio, is set to close its doors after the conclusion of the spring semester. The college, a member of the MEC (Mountain East Conference), will be dispersing its remaining student base to nine colleges across Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania. This decision comes following failed merger attempts and the inability to sustain operations. The Notre Dame College Board of Trustees has secured agreements with partner colleges such as Hiram College and John Carroll University for a smooth transition of students.

The college leaves behind an impressive sports history, with recent achievements including the men's rugby team winning the NCAA national championship and the men's basketball team becoming an NCAA Division II program in 2012-13. Despite its closure, the legacy of Notre Dame College's athletic excellence will be remembered.

Hiram College has signed a teach-out agreement with Notre Dame College, ensuring that all students will have guaranteed admission to Hiram College without the need for an application fee. Similarly, John Carroll University is stepping in as a teach-out partner to assist Notre Dame College in its closure after the 2024 academic year.

In a gesture of goodwill, Mercyhurst University is offering displaced Notre Dame College students the opportunity to continue their education at their institution, showcasing solidarity and support within the collegiate community.

It's a bittersweet end for Notre Dame College, but its impact on the academic and athletic landscape will be felt for years to come. As the college bids farewell, it leaves a legacy of excellence and achievement that will not be forgotten.