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Duke University: the applicant's brief

6 findings

  1. The short answer

    Duke University is a research university in Durham, North Carolina. It suits students who want to study at a US university with a strong research focus and are comfortable checking programme and admissions details directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    Duke University is a research university. The programme catalogue is still being compiled, so check the university website for the current subjects, degree levels, and any course-specific entry requirements.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through Duke University’s official admissions process and check the university website for current entry requirements, deadlines, required documents, and any programme-specific conditions. If you need guidance on eligibility, English-language expectations, or document submission, confirm those details with the admissions office before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current tuition with its admissions office. Living costs in Durham will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so budget separately for those expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university website should be your first stop for language requirements, visa-related information, and any international application steps. Before applying, confirm the language of instruction, required supporting documents, and whether your chosen programme has extra conditions for students coming from abroad.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2515 universities in the United States, Duke University stands out as a research university rather than a broad open-access provider. That makes it a better fit for applicants who want a research-led environment and are willing to verify programme availability and entry rules carefully.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Duke University

Where is Duke University located?

Duke University is in Durham, North Carolina, United States.

What type of institution is Duke University?

It is a private research university.

What is the official website?

http://www.duke.edu/

How many universities are there in the country?

There are 2515 universities in the United States.

Overview

Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina, United States. Founded by Methodists and Quakers in the present-day city of Trinity in 1838, the school moved to Durham in 1892. In 1924, tobacco and electric power industrialist James Buchanan Duke established the Duke Endowment and the institution changed its name to honor his deceased father, Washington Duke.

Programs at Duke University

60 programs across 1 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Art History

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Biomedical Engineering

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Biophysics

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Chemistry

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Civil Engineering

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Classical Languages

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Cultural Anthropology

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Dance

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

English

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Environmental Sciences

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

German

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Global Health

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

History

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Italian Studies

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Linguistics

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Mathematics

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Music

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Neuroscience

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Philosophy

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Physics

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Political Science

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Public Policy Studies

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Religious Studies

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Romance Studies

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Russian

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Sociology

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Theater Studies

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Visual Arts

Duke University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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