Duke University

(Durham, NC)

Duke University is a world-renowned research institution situated on over 9,000 forested acres in Durham, a city of over 250,000 in the Research Triangle area of North Carolina. Home to over 6,000 undergraduates, the University offers majors in more than 40 academic disciplines ranging from Biomedical Engineering to International Comparative Studies.

With its outstanding faculty, research facilities, and commitment to applying knowledge for the improvement of society, Duke consistently ranks among the nation’s top universities year after year.

Admissions

13.3%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

Avg GPA of incoming frosh: 3.65

Admitted Freshmen Ranked

91% in Top 10% in H.S. Class

Early Decision: November 01, 2011
Regular Decision: January 02, 2012

SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile

2000–2300 SAT Total
680–770 SAT Reading
690–790 SAT Math
690–780 SAT Writing

30–35 ACT Composite
30–34 ACT English
29–35 ACT Math

Minimum TOEFL:

Cost

$53,035
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board

In-State Tuition: $40,575
Out-of-State Tuition: $40,575
Room and Board: $11,830
Books & Supplies: $3,285

At Duke, we recognize that a college education is often one of the single largest investments a family makes. In our view, cost should not be a barrier to enrollment; that's why we are fully committed to our need-based financial aid program. In fact, nearly half of our undergraduates receive some form of financial assistance. We admit U.S. citizens and permanent residents without regard to their financial circumstances or aid eligibility, and we meet 100% of demonstrated need for these students throughout their undergraduate enrollment. We also meet the full demonstrated financial need for a limited number of foreign citizens, but applying for financial aid does affect the admissions decision for these students because financial resources available to foreign citizens are limited. We view our financial aid program as an investment in students and their futures. We seek a diverse student body and are committed to ensuring that all students can take full advantage of the Duke experience

Will I Like It

6,361
number of undergraduates

Private Non-Profit
Setting: City
Religious Affiliation: Methodist
8 to 1 Student to Faculty Ratio
50% Women
99% returned for Second Year
87% of students are from Out of State
33% of students join a Frat or Sorority
85% live in School-affliated housing

Famous Alumni

Lewis B. Campbell - CEO of Textron
Melinda Gates - Co-founder of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Betsy Holden - CEO of Kraft foods
Diane Britz Lotti - President of Pan Oceanic Management, Ltd
Sean McManus - President for CBS News
Aubrey McClendon - Co-founder of Chesapeake Energy
Richard Nixon - American President
Anne Tyler - Author
Gary L. Wilson - Director of The Walt Disney World
Judy Woodruff - Anchor for CNN

Academics

Public Policy, Biomedical Engineering, Economics, Biology

Areas of Study

Engineering

Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Other Engineering

Health & Medicine

Pre-Med

Humanities

Art History, English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages

Music

General Music & Theory

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre

Philosophy & Religion

Ministry, Philosophy, Religion

Politics & Law

Political Science & Government, Public Policy

Science & Math

Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics

Social Sciences

Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology

Clubs & Activities

Over 400 clubs and organzations serving all interests

Extra Curriculars

Books, Chess, Anthropology Club, Art Club, Band, Computers, Computer Club, Languages, Medicine, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Poetry, Foreign Language Club, French Club, Student Council, German Club, Glee Club, Math Club, Poetry Society, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Thespian Society

Mailing Address

2138 Campus Drive
Durham, NC 27708

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