Demetrius Jackson committed to Notre Dame over Illinois.

"It was difficult, just trying to distinguish the difference between the programs," Jackson said.

"They both have great opportunities for me, great things to offer. But I feel like Notre Dame had the best of both worlds."

The 6-foot-1, 185-pound Jackson, a top-30 player in the class of 2013, announced his decision on ESPNU.

Demetrius Jackson will announce his college decision between Illinois and Notre Dame on Thursday.

Jackson, a top-20 player in the 2013 class, made an official visit to Notre Dame last weekend and previously visited Illinois in early September.

Jackson’s decision will be televised on ESPNU.

Notre Dame will join the ACC as a full member with the exception of football and hockey.

Notre Dame's exit from the Big East requires 27 months notice, but the school could negotiate an earlier exit.

Notre Dame joined the Big East in 1995.

Notre Dame will play five football games annually against ACC schools.