A young man with shoulder-length, light brown hair and a dark blue jacket gazes at the cityscape of Paris from a high vantage point between two stone columns.

Global Network

Notre Dame has a presence in some of the most important cities in the world, allowing for scholarly and cultural exchanges and partnerships that benefit our students and faculty, as well as the broader communities in which these intellectual hubs are located.

The University’s global network facilitates vital connections to international institutions of higher learning, corporations, governments, foundations, community-based organizations, and the community of alumni in that region.

Each global location has dedicated staff who collaborate with their counterparts at Notre Dame’s campus to support Notre Dame programs and outreach.

  • Modern, curved, glass skyscrapers reflected in a calm canal lined with trees and a paved walkway.

    Beijing, China

    Notre Dame Beijing is the base for expanding the University’s academic programs and collaborations with universities, corporations, and government organizations throughout Asia.

  • Keough-Naughton Notre Dame Centre in Dublin, with a bright blue door decorated with a floral garland and a green welcome mat featuring the ND logo.

    Dublin, Ireland

    Notre Dame Dublin, located in the historic O’Connell House, is the host of academic programs and summer internships for both undergraduate and graduate students. Modern facilities make this global location—also known as the Keough-Naughton Notre Dame Center—an ideal location for scholarly conferences and special events of up to 80 participants.

  • Dense cityscape of Hong Kong with skyscrapers, waterways, and mountains in the background during sunset.

    Hong Kong, China

    Notre Dame Hong Kong, established in 2014, supports Notre Dame’s initiatives in Asia. The center hosts international study programs, summer internships, Global Forum, and various admission events.

  • The Tantur Ecumenical Institute entrance gate, a tan stone structure with crenelated towers flanking an arched entryway, features a clock tower and is surrounded by trees.

    Jerusalem, Israel

    Notre Dame Jerusalem is housed in a 100,000-square-foot building that welcomes Notre Dame summer programs as well as a variety of continuing education and sabbatical programs. The facilities, which feature on-site accommodations and gardens, are ideal for retreats, special events, and conferences of up to 130 participants.

  • Aerial view of Kylemore Abbey in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland, situated on a wooded hillside next to a lake.

    Kylemore Abbey, Ireland

    Notre Dame Kylemore links with the Dublin location to dynamically broaden Notre Dame’s engagement within Ireland and foster international connectivity as well as serve as a conduit between campus and the wider European and American university network.

  • The Royal Hospital for Children and Women, a red brick building with ornate tan detailing, stands on a corner under a clear blue sky.

    London, England

    Notre Dame London has two major facilities: an academic center (Fischer Hall at Trafalgar Square) and a 270-bed residence building (Conway Hall, located on the South Bank near Waterloo Station). Both are located in vibrant Central London and are within easy walking distance of each other.

  • The golden Angel of Independence statue stands on a tall column, overlooking a tree-lined avenue and modern buildings in Mexico City.

    Mexico City, Mexico

    The mission of Notre Dame Mexico, established in September 2016, is to develop initiatives for the sharing of ideas, collaborative research, student-faculty exchanges, and cultural understanding between Mexican educational and cultural institutions and the University of Notre Dame.

  • The Gateway of India, a large stone arch monument, stands on the Mumbai waterfront. Crowds of people gather in the plaza around it, and numerous boats are visible in the harbor.

    Mumbai, India

    Notre Dame Mumbai develops new partnerships in India for the University and engages with Indian universities, high schools, corporations, and government organizations to enhance the international experience of our students, and extend the global reach of faculty research and scholarship.

  • Nairobi skyline on a clear day with a park in the foreground.

    Nairobi, Kenya

    Notre Dame’s engagement in Nairobi offers a glimpse into the University's commitment to global expansion and impact. Nairobi, with its mix of cultural heritage and modernization, presents an ideal landscape for Notre Dame’s values of service, education, and research to thrive. The city’s role as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa aligns with Notre Dame’s goals, providing a fertile ground for impactful collaborations.

  • A group of students walk on a cobblestone path toward the Trajan's Forum in Rome, Italy. The domed church of Santa Maria di Loreto is visible in the background.

    Rome, Italy

    Notre Dame Rome is in a completely renovated 32,000-square-foot facility located one block from the Colosseum. The facility serves as a home for student programs throughout the year and can host events with up to 125 participants. Faculty office space, as well as patio and terrace views of the Colosseum, make this a versatile venue for academic conferences and special events.

  • Santiago, Chile skyline with the Andes Mountains, bathed in the warm hues of sunset, in the background.

    Santiago, Chile

    At Notre Dame Santiago, Notre Dame faculty and students are encouraged to explore everything from the mysterious origins of the universe to the transformative power of Catholicism.

  • Aerial view of the Octávio Frias de Oliveira Bridge and the Pinheiros River in São Paulo, Brazil, surrounded by a dense cityscape.

    São Paulo, Brazil

    Notre Dame São Paulo is the base for expanding the University’s academic programs and collaborations with universities, corporations, foundations, and government organizations throughout South America. It promotes activities that advance the mission and raise the profile of the University in Brazil and the region.