University of Notre Dame (Alliance for Catholic Education)

The University of Notre Dame’s Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) is a program that prepares dedicated teachers to serve in under-resourced Catholic and public schools across the U.S. Participants, called ACE teachers, typically earn a master’s degree while committing to at least two years of service, often in underserved communities. The program emphasizes faith-based values, leadership, and educational equity. Founded in 1993, ACE aims to strengthen education quality and reinforce the Catholic Church’s mission of social justice by producing passionate educators committed to community impact and lifelong service.