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Duke University

103 Allen Bldg, Durham, NC 27708

http://www.duke.edu/

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One of the first buildings on the original Durham campus (East Campus), the Washington Duke Building ("Old Main") was destroyed by a fire in 1911.
One of the first buildings on the original Durham campus (East Campus), the Washington Duke Building ("Old Main") was destroyed by a fire in 1911.
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The mission of Duke University is to provide a superior liberal education to undergraduate students, attending not only to their intellectual growth but also to their development as adults committed to high ethical standards and full participation as leaders in their communities; to prepare future members of the learned professions for lives of skilled and ethical service by providing excellent graduate and professional education; to advance the frontiers of knowledge and contribute boldly to the international community of scholarship; to promote an intellectual environment built on a commitment to free and open inquiry; to help those who suffer, cure disease, and promote health, through sophisticated medical research and thoughtful patient care; to provide wide ranging educational opportunities, on and beyond our campuses, for traditional students, active professionals and life-long learners using the power of information technologies; and to promote a deep appreciation for the range of human difference and potential, a sense of the obligations and rewards of citizenship, and a commitment to learning, freedom and truth.

By pursuing these objectives with vision and integrity, Duke University seeks to engage the mind, elevate the spirit, and stimulate the best effort of all who are associated with the University; to contribute in diverse ways to the local community, the state, the nation and the world; and to attain and maintain a place of real leadership in all that we do.

The sheer number of student clubs and organizations at Duke is pretty incredible (around 400!), and the vast array of issues, activities, and topics covered is even more amazing. Whether your interests lie in student government, cricket, Greek life, community and cultural activism, spiritual life, a cappella singing, or Anime, you are bound to be impressed—the hardest part will be deciding which one(s) to join!

And although we're confident that we offer an assortment of clubs to satisfy even the pickiest eclectic, please know that you are more than welcome to start your own group. Want to be the founder and president of the Duke Trap and Skeet Club? The Association of Underwater Basketweavers? Vegetarian Meat-Eaters for Peace? Go for it.

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Duke University

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

The University is organized into two undergraduate and eight graduate schools. The undergraduate student body comes from all 50 U.S. states and 106 countries. In its 2009 edition, U.S. News & World Report ranked the university's undergraduate program eighth among national universities, while ranking the medical, law, and business schools among the top 10 in the country. Duke University was ranked as the thirteenth best university in the world in the 2008 THES - QS World University Rankings of universities worldwide.

Duke's research expenditures are among the largest 20 in the U.S. and its athletic program is one of the nation's elite. Competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the athletic teams have won nine national championships, including three by the men's basketball team.

Besides academics, research, and athletics, Duke is also well known for its sizable campus and Gothic architecture, especially the Duke Chapel. The forests surrounding parts of the campus belie the University's proximity to downtown Durham. Duke's 8,610 acres (35 km²) contain three contiguous campuses in Durham as well as a marine lab in Beaufort. Construction projects have updated both the freshmen-populated Georgian-style East Campus and the main Gothic-style West Campus, as well as the adjacent Medical Center over the past five years.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southeast
Setting:
Mid-size City Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
United Methodist
Size:
Large (5,000 to 10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Blue Devils

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
6,248
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
100%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 31,420
Students Receiving Aid:
63%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 70
Selectivity:
Most Selective
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Degree Programs at Duke University

Bachelor's Level Programs

  • Agriculture and Natural Resources

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    • Natural Resources and Conservation See more schools with programs in Natural Resources and Conservation
      • Natural Resources/Conservation
        A general program that focuses on the studies and activities relating to the natural environment and its conservation, use, and improvement. Includes instruction in subjects such as climate, air, soil, water, land, fish and wildlife, and plant resources; in the basic principles of environmental science and natural resources management; and the recreational and economic uses of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources.
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  • Arts & Humanities

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    • English Language and Literature See more schools with programs in English Language and Literature
      • English Language and Literature
        A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.
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      • English Language and Literature/Letters
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    • Film and Theater See more schools with programs in Film and Theater
      • Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
        A program that focuses on the general study of dramatic works and their performance. Includes instruction in major works of dramatic literature, dramatic styles and types, and the principles of organizing and producing full live or filmed productions.
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    • Foreign Languages See more schools with programs in Foreign Languages
      • French Language and Literature
        A program that focuses on the French language and related dialects and creoles. Includes instruction in French philology, Metropolitan French, Canadian French, African and Caribbean Creoles, French regional dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.
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      • German Language and Literature
        A program that focuses on the German language and related dialects as used in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, neighboring European countries containing German-speaking minorities, and elsewhere. Includes instruction in German philology; Old, Middle, and High German; Plattdeutsch and other regional dialects; and applications to business, science/technology, and other settings.
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      • Linguistics
        A program that focuses on language, language development, and relationships among languages and language groups from a humanistic and/or scientific perspective. Includes instruction in subjects such as psycholinguistics, behavioral linguistics, language acquisition, sociolinguistics, mathematical and computational linguistics, grammatical theory and theoretical linguistics, philosophical linguistics, philology and historical linguistics, comparative linguistics, phonetics, phonemics, dialectology, semantics, functional grammar and linguistics, language typology, lexicography, morphology and syntax, orthography, stylistics, structuralism, rhetoric, and applications to artificial intelligence.
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      • Romanian Language and Literature
        A program that focuses on the Romanian language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Romanian philology, Modern Romanian, Romanian regional dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.
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      • Russian Language and Literature
        A program that focuses on the Russian language. Includes instruction in Russian philology, Old Russian, Modern Russian and dialects, literature, and applications to business, science/technology, and other settings.
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      • Spanish Language and Literature
        A program that focuses on the Spanish language and related dialects. Includes instruction in Spanish philology, Modern Castillan, various Latin American dialects, regional Spanish dialects, and applications in business, science/technology, and other settings.
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    • Music See more schools with programs in Music
      • General Music
        A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media.
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    • Philosophy See more schools with programs in Philosophy
      • General Philosophy
        A program that focuses on ideas and their logical structure, including arguments and investigations about abstract and real phenomena. Includes instruction in logic, ethics, aesthetics, epistemology, metaphysics, symbolism, and history of philosophy, and applications to the theoretical foundations and methods of other disciplines.
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    • Religion/Religious Studies See more schools with programs in Religion/Religious Studies
      • General Religion/Religious Studies
        A program that focuses on the nature of religious belief and specific religious and quasi-religious systems. Includes instruction in phenomenology; the sociology, psychology, philosophy, anthropology, literature and art of religion; mythology; scriptural and textual studies; religious history and politics; and specific studies of particular faith communities and their behavior.
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    • Visual Arts See more schools with programs in Visual Arts
      • Art History, Criticism and Conservation
        Students of Art History study of the historical development of art as a social and intellectual phenomenon. Art History programs include the analysis of works of art, and art conservation, art history research methods, connoisseurship, the preservation and conservation of works of art, and the study of specific periods, cultures, styles, and themes.
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  • Communication & Media

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    • Design & Visual Communications
      A program in the applied visual arts that focuses on the general principles and techniques for effectively communicating ideas and information, and packaging products, in digital and other formats to business and consumer audiences, and that may prepare individuals in any of the applied art media.
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  • Engineering

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    • Biomedical/Medical Engineering
      Learn to apply the elegance of mathematical and scientific principles to the design and development of biological and health systems. Biomedical Engineers develop biological systems, instrumentation, medical information systems, artificial organs and prostheses, and health management and care delivery systems.
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    • Electrical, Electronics and Communi­cations Engineering
      A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of electrical, electronic and related communications systems and their components, including electrical power generation systems; and the analysis of problems such as superconductor, wave propagation, energy storage and retrieval, and reception and amplification.
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    • General Civil Engineering
      A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of structural, load-bearing, material moving, transportation, water resource, and material control systems; and environmental safety measures.
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    • Mechanical Engineering
      A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary power units and appliances; engines; self-propelled vehicles; housings and containers; hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement; and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems.
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    • Other Engineering
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  • Health & Medical Services

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    • Nursing See more schools with programs in Nursing
      • Nursing - Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
        A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, informed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments and examinations, Referring patients to physicians and other health care specialists, and planning education for health maintenance.
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  • Interdisciplinary Studies

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    • Medieval and Renaissance Studies
      A program that focuses on the study of the Medieval and Renaissance periods in European and circum-Mediterranean history from the perspective of various disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, including history and archeology, as well as studies of period art and music.
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    • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
      Any instructional program that is derived from two or more distinct programs to provide a cross-cutting focus on a subject concentration that is not subsumed under a single discipline or occupational field.
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  • Life Science

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    • Biology See more schools with programs in Biology
      • Biology/Biological Sciences
        Students in this program study general biology at an introductory level. This major provides students with a broad overview of biology and includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.
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  • Mathematics and Statistics

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    • General Mathematics
      A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.
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  • Natural Sciences

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      • General Chemistry
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena.
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    • Geology See more schools with programs in Geology
      • Geology/Earth Science
        A program that focuses on the scientific study of the earth; the forces acting upon it; and the behavior of the solids, liquids and gases comprising it. Includes instruction in historical geology, geomorphology, and sedimentology, the chemistry of rocks and soils, stratigraphy, mineralogy, petrology, geostatistics, volcanology, glaciology, geophysical principles, and applications to research and industrial problems.
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    • Physics See more schools with programs in Physics
      • General Physics
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties, nuclear processes, relativity and quantum theory, quantitative methods, and laboratory methods.
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  • Social Sciences

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    • Anthropology See more schools with programs in Anthropology
      • General Anthropology
        A program that focuses on the systematic study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions, in comparative perspective. Includes instruction in biological/physical anthropology, primatology, human paleontology and prehistoric archeology, hominid evolution, anthropological linguistics, ethnography, ethnology, ethnohistory, socio-cultural anthropology, psychological anthropology, research methods, and applications to areas such as medicine, forensic pathology, museum studies, and international affairs.
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    • Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies See more schools with programs in Area, Ethnic, Cultural, and Gender Studies
      • African-American/Black Studies
        African-American Studies focuses on the history, sociology, politics, culture, and economics of the African-Americans. The program focuses on the African-Americans of the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean but also including reference to Latin American African-Americans.
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      • Area Studies
        This major includes a number of programs in Area and/or Cultural Studies.
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      • Women’s Studies
        A program that focuses on the history, sociology, politics, culture, and economics of women, and the development of modern feminism in relation to the roles played by women in different periods and locations in North America and the world. Programs may focus on literature, philosophy, and the arts as much as on social studies and policy.
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    • Economics See more schools with programs in Economics
      • General Economics
        A general program that focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Includes instruction in economic theory, micro- and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and applications to specific industries and public policy issues.
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    • International Relations and Affairs See more schools with programs in International Relations and Affairs
      • General Political Science and Government
        A general program that focuses on the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of the government and politics of specific countries, and studies 0f specific political institutions and processes.
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    • Psychology See more schools with programs in Psychology
      • General Psychology
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods.
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    • Sociology See more schools with programs in Sociology
      • Sociology
        A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems.
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  • Social Work

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    • Public Policy Analysis
      A program that focuses on the systematic analysis of public policy issues and decision processes. Includes instruction in the role of economic and political factors in public decision-making and policy formulation; microeconomic analysis of policy issues; resource allocation and decision modeling; cost/benefit analysis; statistical methods; and applications to specific public policy topics.
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  • Technology

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    • Software Development See more schools with programs in Software Development
      • Computer and Information Sciences
        A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems as part of a broad and/or interdisciplinary program. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science, or related support services.
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Master's Level Programs

  • Agriculture and Natural Resources

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    • Natural Resources and Conservation See more schools with programs in Natural Resources and Conservation
      • General Forestry
        A program that generally prepares individuals to manage and develop forest areas for economic, recreational, and ecological purposes. Includes instruction in forest-related sciences, mapping, statistics, harvesting and production technology, natural resources management and economics, wildlife sciences, administration, and public relations.
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      • General Natural Resources Management and Policy
        A program that prepares individuals to plan, develop, manage, and evaluate programs to protect and regulate natural habitats and renewable natural resources. Includes instruction in the principles of wildlife and conservation biology, environmental science, animal population surveying, natural resource economics, management techniques for various habitats, applicable law and policy, administrative and communications skills, and public relations.
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      • Natural Resources/Conservation
        A general program that focuses on the studies and activities relating to the natural environment and its conservation, use, and improvement. Includes instruction in subjects such as climate, air, soil, water, land, fish and wildlife, and plant resources; in the basic principles of environmental science and natural resources management; and the recreational and economic uses of renewable and nonrenewable natural resources.
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  • Arts & Humanities

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    • English Language and Literature See more schools with programs in English Language and Literature
      • English Language and Literature
        A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.
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      • English Language and Literature/Letters
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    • Foreign Languages See more schools with programs in Foreign Languages
      • Foreign Languages and Literatures
        A general program that focuses on one or more modern foreign languages that is not specific as to the name of the language(s) studied; that is otherwise undifferentiated; or that introduces students to language studies at the basic/elementary level.
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      • German Language and Literature
        A program that focuses on the German language and related dialects as used in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, neighboring European countries containing German-speaking minorities, and elsewhere. Includes instruction in German philology; Old, Middle, and High German; Plattdeutsch and other regional dialects; and applications to business, science/technology, and other settings.
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      • Russian Language and Literature
        A program that focuses on the Russian language. Includes instruction in Russian philology, Old Russian, Modern Russian and dialects, literature, and applications to business, science/technology, and other settings.
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    • General Studies See more schools with programs in General Studies
      • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
        A program that is a structured combination of the arts, biological and physical sciences, social sciences, and humanities, emphasizing breadth of study. Includes instruction in independently designed, individualized, or regular programs.
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    • Music See more schools with programs in Music
      • General Music
        A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media.
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    • Philosophy See more schools with programs in Philosophy
      • General Philosophy
        A program that focuses on ideas and their logical structure, including arguments and investigations about abstract and real phenomena. Includes instruction in logic, ethics, aesthetics, epistemology, metaphysics, symbolism, and history of philosophy, and applications to the theoretical foundations and methods of other disciplines.
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    • Religion/Religious Studies See more schools with programs in Religion/Religious Studies
      • General Religion/Religious Studies
        A program that focuses on the nature of religious belief and specific religious and quasi-religious systems. Includes instruction in phenomenology; the sociology, psychology, philosophy, anthropology, literature and art of religion; mythology; scriptural and textual studies; religious history and politics; and specific studies of particular faith communities and their behavior.
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      • Theology/Theological Studies
        A program that focuses on the beliefs and doctrine of a particular religious faith from the intramural point of view of that faith. Includes instruction in systematic theology, historical theology, moral theology, doctrinal studies, dogmatics, apologetics, and applications to specific questions of ecclesiastical polity and religious life.
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  • Business

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      • Business Administration and Management
        Generally, this program prepares individuals to plan, organize, direct, and control a firm or organization. To aid them in taking a leading role in business, individuals in this program study management theory, human resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.
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  • Engineering

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    • Biomedical/Medical Engineering
      Learn to apply the elegance of mathematical and scientific principles to the design and development of biological and health systems. Biomedical Engineers develop biological systems, instrumentation, medical information systems, artificial organs and prostheses, and health management and care delivery systems.
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    • Electrical, Electronics and Communi­cations Engineering
      A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of electrical, electronic and related communications systems and their components, including electrical power generation systems; and the analysis of problems such as superconductor, wave propagation, energy storage and retrieval, and reception and amplification.
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    • General Civil Engineering
      A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of structural, load-bearing, material moving, transportation, water resource, and material control systems; and environmental safety measures.
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    • General Engineering
      A program that generally prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve a wide variety of practical problems in industry, social organization, public works, and commerce.
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    • Mechanical Engineering
      A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary power units and appliances; engines; self-propelled vehicles; housings and containers; hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement; and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems.
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  • Health & Medical Services

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    • Nursing See more schools with programs in Nursing
      • Nurse Anesthetist
        A program that prepares registered nurses (RNs) to administer anesthetics and provide care for patients before, during andafter anesthesia. Includes instruction in the biochemistry and physics of anesthesia; advanced anatomy and physiology; clinical pharmacology of anesthetics and adjunctive drugs; pain management; acute care and operating room practice; clinical technology and procedures; emergency intervention; patient assessment and education; and legal issues.
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      • Nursing - Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
        A program that generally prepares individuals in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, informed, or other individuals or groups. Includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments and examinations, Referring patients to physicians and other health care specialists, and planning education for health maintenance.
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  • Life Science

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    • Biology See more schools with programs in Biology
      • Biochemistry
        Study the chemistry of living systems in these four, six, or eight year programs. Students of biochemistry learn the intricacies of the chemistry of living systems and their chemical pathways and information transfer systems. This program includes instruction in bio-organic chemistry, protein chemistry, bioanalytical chemistry, bioseparations, regulatory biochemistry, enzymology, hormonal chemistry, calorimetry, and research methods and equipment operation.
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      • Biology/Biological Sciences
        Students in this program study general biology at an introductory level. This major provides students with a broad overview of biology and includes instruction in general biology and programs covering a variety of biological specializations.
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      • Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology
        This program studies the structure, function, and regulation of cells as individual units and as components of larger systems. Students of cellular biology study cell chemistry, cellular dynamics, cellular replication and reproduction, cell anatomy, membrane function, organelles, cell adhesion and extracellular matrices, cell dynamics and motility, meiosis and mytosis, signal transduction, regulation, recognition and defense mechanisms, the cell cycle, cell metabolism and respiration, gene expression, and studies of cell types and characteristics.
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  • Mathematics and Statistics

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    • General Mathematics
      A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.
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    • Statistics
      A general program that focuses on the relationships between groups of measurements, and similarities and differences, using probability theory and techniques derived from it. Includes instruction in the principles in probability theory, binomial distribution, regression analysis, standard deviation, stochastic processes, Monte Carlo method, Bayesian statistics, non-parametric statistics, sampling theory, and statistical techniques.
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  • Natural Sciences

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    • Chemistry See more schools with programs in Chemistry
      • General Chemistry
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena.
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    • Geology See more schools with programs in Geology
      • Geology/Earth Science
        A program that focuses on the scientific study of the earth; the forces acting upon it; and the behavior of the solids, liquids and gases comprising it. Includes instruction in historical geology, geomorphology, and sedimentology, the chemistry of rocks and soils, stratigraphy, mineralogy, petrology, geostatistics, volcanology, glaciology, geophysical principles, and applications to research and industrial problems.
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    • Physics See more schools with programs in Physics
      • General Physics
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of matter and energy, and the formulation and testing of the laws governing the behavior of the matter-energy continuum. Includes instruction in classical and modern physics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, mechanics, wave properties, nuclear processes, relativity and quantum theory, quantitative methods, and laboratory methods.
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  • Social Sciences

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    • Anthropology See more schools with programs in Anthropology
      • General Anthropology
        A program that focuses on the systematic study of human beings, their antecedents and related primates, and their cultural behavior and institutions, in comparative perspective. Includes instruction in biological/physical anthropology, primatology, human paleontology and prehistoric archeology, hominid evolution, anthropological linguistics, ethnography, ethnology, ethnohistory, socio-cultural anthropology, psychological anthropology, research methods, and applications to areas such as medicine, forensic pathology, museum studies, and international affairs.
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    • Economics See more schools with programs in Economics
      • General Economics
        A general program that focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Includes instruction in economic theory, micro- and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and applications to specific industries and public policy issues.
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    • International Relations and Affairs See more schools with programs in International Relations and Affairs
      • General Political Science and Government
        A general program that focuses on the systematic study of political institutions and behavior. Includes instruction in political philosophy, political theory, comparative government and politics, political parties and interest groups, public opinion, political research methods, studies of the government and politics of specific countries, and studies 0f specific political institutions and processes.
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    • Psychology See more schools with programs in Psychology
      • General Psychology
        A general program that focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Includes instruction in the principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods.
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    • Sociology See more schools with programs in Sociology
      • Sociology
        A program that focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. Includes instruction in social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems.
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  • Social Work

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    • Public Policy Analysis
      A program that focuses on the systematic analysis of public policy issues and decision processes. Includes instruction in the role of economic and political factors in public decision-making and policy formulation; microeconomic analysis of policy issues; resource allocation and decision modeling; cost/benefit analysis; statistical methods; and applications to specific public policy topics.
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  • Technology

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Students

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 100%
Part-Time 0%
Men vs. Women
Men 52%
Women 48%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 66%
Asian 11%
Other 9%
African-American 9%
Hispanic 5%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
Out-of-State 86%
In-State 14%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
North Carolina 14%
New York 9%
Florida 8%
Maryland 5%
Texas 5%
Percent of Students International: 12%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 40%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Atlantic Coast Conference)
Basketball (Atlantic Coast Conference)
Baseball (Atlantic Coast Conference)
Track (Atlantic Coast Conference)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 31,420    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 989    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 6,047 11%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 2,788 14%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 21,428 42%  
Student Loans:
 $ 7,198 36%  
Any Aid:
   63%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 22% (Most Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 96%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 660, Math: 670
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 750, Math: 780
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 32%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 29, Verbal: 29, Math: 29
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 33, Verbal: 34, Math: 34

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 70.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Recommended
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Recommended
Test Scores: Required

College Advice

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Anthony
Anthony

Question: Can I get into Duke University with a 29 on the ACT and a 3.73 GPA? (No AP classes)?

29 months ago
Taranto
Taranto

Best Answer

Duke rejects lots of highly qualified students every year. You appear to be barely qualified. Duke probably wants you to take the SAT exam. A 29 on the ACT is roughly equivalent to a 1920 on the SATs. About 75% of those admitted to Duke have higher scores than you. The same is probably true of your GPA. But most of those with lower GPAs probably took AP classes and honors classes. 90% of those admitted are in the top 10% of their High School classes. You probably exceed the minimum standards that Duke looks for -- but unless there is something that really makes you stand out -- I think it is less likely that you will get into Duke than it is that you will get in. Make sure you write a killer entrance essay. It may be the deciding factor.
AandM
AandM

Question: DUKE University??????

Looking at colleges right now, and am trying to narrow it down to where I will apply. I need as much info as possible. Classes,dorms, food, intramurals, professors, friendliness, sports, traditions, anything is welcome!
30 months ago
Taranto
Taranto

Best Answer

Duke is like an Ivy League school that has big time college sports. It is one of the few universities that I can recommend without reservation. It is certainly the best university in the South. In my opinion, it is one of the top five universities in the country. If you are good enough to ge tin, then think seriously about attending. If I were an undergraduate, the only schools I would consider over Duke are Harvard, Princeton, Penn and University of Chicago. Others might choose Stanford or Yale over Duke as well.
Pirate Chic
Pirate ...

Question: What is the weather like at Duke University (Durham, NC)?

This is one of the schools I'm considering applying for. I'm from Michigan, so I'm used to four distinct seasons. What's the weather like in North Carolina year round?
30 months ago
nitesong
nitesong

Best Answer

Durham has four distinct seasons. It doesn't snow as much as in Michigan, but it does get cold. Spring and fall are both really nice. Hope you'll choose Duke.
Callie Loves You
Callie ...

Question: Anyone here go to Duke University?

Is it a really good school or is it overhyped because of the sports like some Division 1 schools are? I'm going there in the Fall and I just want to know how it is. Are the jocks friendly and willing to talk to you? And are the dorms really small and are the classes over crowded? How about the soriorties? Do they let freshmen pledge? And are the girls really snobby?
30 months ago
BellaBaby
Bella...

Best Answer

ok I'll answer each of your questions seperately... 1. Yes, it really is an amazing school. There's so many prestigious departments that no matter what major you choose, you really can't go wrong. This was really important to me because, like many incoming freshmen, I wasn't sure about what I wanted to major in. The athletics are awesome, but that is definitely not what Duke is known for in general (at least, not among the educated community). 2. The athletes are like any other people- some are friendly, some aren't. 3. The dorm sizes depend. As a freshman, you'll be on East Campus. In general, if you get a dorm with air-conditioning, it'll be small. Bell-Tower is the notoriously nice dorm, it's nickname is "The Bell-Tower Hotel." 4. The classes aren't overcrowded. Most math classes are capped at about 30 people, the seminars/writing classes have about 12-15. The only huuuge classes will be the introductory lectures in the sciences or economics- these can be about 80-100 people each, but that's how it is at almost every school. You probably won't end up taking too many of these classes. 5. The sororities have varying reputations...you'll probably want to wait until you get here to judge them for yourself. 6. Freshmen can pledge at the beginning of the spring semester. 7. People aren't snobby in general- but know that a large percentage of the student population comes from a LOT of money. Roughly 50% of the students are not on any financial aid- meaning that their families can comfortably shell out almost $200,000 for 4 years of tuition. Roughly 50% of the people who ARE on financial aid are recieving aid for less than half of the tuition- their families can pay at least $100,000 out-of-pocket. Duke, like any top university, is a wealthy school. Some students are very humble about this wealth, to the point where you're surprised when you learn that they have a lot of money. Others will choose to flaunt it at every opportunity. Don't let it bother you. I'm not on any aid but before I left, my parents warned me not to compare myself/try to compete with anybody financially. Why? because no matter how well-off you are, there is going to be somebody at Duke who has more money than you, and that's that. It's really not an issue unless you choose to make it one.
rachiee
rachiee

Question: Transfer to Duke University?

Im going to be a senior in high school and I know that there is no way on earth that I could get into Duke, so I want to go to Auburn or some other school thats easier to get into and transfer to Duke after freshman year. What kind of grades do I need for this and what are the percentages of transfers admitted to Duke.
31 months ago
matt
matt

Best Answer

If you check a couple of the websites you'll see that the Freshman retention rate at Duke is about 97 - 98%. That means that if there are about 1600 Freshman, about 40 -50 of them won't be there as Sophomores. So that is the number of spots for transfer students. Probably around 700 - 800 transfer applications come from good students at other schools - a lot of those are from kids who were waitlisted at Duke or just barely missed making the cut. Your chances of getting in as a transfer student, by that calculation, are about 1 in 15 (that is, if you have good grades as a Freshman at another competitive school). What makes you think that your grades at Auburn are going to be so much better than your HS grades? Or that you will be able to out-compete your rivals as a Freshman when you didnt beat them in HS? A better plan, in my opinion, would be to try to find a school that is a good match for your credentials, and then to commit yourself to having a great education at that school. Duke is a wonderful place, and the kids who go there get a terrific experience, but it is not the only great school, and it is not for everyone! And, if you transfer in as a Sophomore you are going to miss one of the main things that is unique about Duke - the Freshman Campus experience. So, I think there are some major flaws in your plan. Better to just find your match and go with it ..... Good luck.
Alexander Sontelle
Alexand...

Question: Which school is harder to get into in your opinion?

Please sort them by difficulty to get into. Include a reason why. Duke University, University of Virginia, Georgetown, Vanderbilt University, University of Richmond, Tufts, Williams
31 months ago
bermudask8er7
bermu...

Best Answer

This is the generally accepted list: 1. Duke University - an elite national research university that has awesome sports teams. 2. Georgetown University - an excellent school for studying law, political science, and medicine. 3. Vanderbilt University - an excellent school for studying medicine. Not a lot of applicants from the East Coast and California. 4. Tufts University - an excellent school for undergraduate studies that lacks a big reputation. 5. Williams College - the best liberal arts college for students who dislike big schools. 6. University of Virginia - one of the best public universities in the US. 7. University of Richmond - a good public university that is not as prestigious as the University of Virginia. Best of luck to you. You can find an excellent education at any of these schools.
elisemarie1988
elisema...

Question: Is Duke University (NC) or Pace University (NY) considered a more prestigious university?

Which would you prefer?
32 months ago
Professor X
Profe...

Best Answer

Duke is considerably more prestigious than Pace, and is much more highly ranked by every measure. The two institutions are not even comparable, really. Duke is a top-tier university, and Pace is second or third tier.
elisemarie1988
elisema...

Question: Which city in America is Duke University in?

32 months ago
Alex M
Alex M

Best Answer

Duke is in Durham, North Carolina which is a small city with about 100,000 people. It's not far from (about 10 miles) another university (UNC-CH) town in Chapel Hill and also North Carolina's capital, Raleigh which is slightly bigger. It's about 1 and a half hours from Wake Forest University, and 45 minutes from Elon which are both west of Durham.
Breelle H
Breelle H

Question: Does anyone know if Duke University is accredited?

Does anyone know if Duke Univresity in North Carolina is accredited? Does it matter in the long run?
33 months ago
warblers
warblers

Best Answer

Duke is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Yes, accreditation matters. Many employers won't hire graduates of unaccredited colleges, and getting financial aid through FAFSA is usually impossible at unaccredited schools. Many graduate or professional schools don't recognize undergraduate degrees from unaccredited colleges. Take Pensacola as an example: http://chronicle.com/free/v52/i29/29a04001.htm
madison s
madison s

Question: Has anyone one been to Duke University?

How is it?what's it like? What classes did you take in high school?If any, what kind of volunteer work did you do? THANKS
33 months ago
matt
matt

Best Answer

Duke has a gorgeous campus with every kind of facility that a college could possibly want. Beautiful chapel, giant library, lovely athletic fields, a lush garden full of flowering trees and plants, etc etc Their website explains all about the university, the Duke medical school and hospital, the law school, etc etc The competition to get into the school is very tough. They attract about 20,000 applications from all over the world to fill up a class of 1600 freshmen. If you want to go there you will have to be a top student who took the toughest courses in your high school and got A's.
John J
John J

Question: Getting into Emory or Duke?

My nephew is like a son to me. He wants to get into Duke or Emory University, two extremely competitive schools. He has a 2090 on the New SAT (CR = 690; M = 640; W = 760) He has a 4.5 weighted GPA (total GPA point possible is 4.63) and is in 5 clubs, an officer in the debate club as well. He is also in National Honors Society and participates in track and martial arts outside of school as well. He goes to a private school so rank is not announced, but he is well within the top 10% of the class for sure. What are his chances of getting into Duke/Emory and what else would he need to do to improve his chances? Any responses would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time.
34 months ago
jackie
jackie

Best Answer

Well I would tell you that my best friend applied to Duke and got rejected (we both went to private school). She had a 3.999 (I think she had ONE B) unweighted and somewhere in the neighborhood of 4.6 weighted. She graduated in the top 5 in our class (like top 3%). She was in more clubs than I can count, and volunteered pretty much every weekend. She was also president of 2 or 3 of the other clubs. I think she was also the class secretary at some point too. Her SAT was 1480 (out of 1600) on the OLD SAT. That's just the beginning too. I don't mean to discourage, but I should level with you...it's very difficult to get in. I assume with a boy that bright, he will be continuing on after a bachelor's degree. If that's the case, I say forget Duke and Emory (if he doesn't get in) and go somewhere pretty much as good--for free. Because I'm sure he'll get good scholarships to some very good schools. It doesn't matter WHERE you go, so much as how much work you do while you're there. As for improving his chances? I've got one good idea on this front. Everything at schools like Duke and Emory is highly political. He should contact professors that are on the admissions board, or who might be "important" to get them to throw in a good word for them. It will make him stand out--since probably not many other applicants put in the time, effort, and dedication to seek out professors before they get in. He could ask about a class they teach, express an interest in it. He could ask to speak with them personally if he gets in. Everything is political these days...it might be best to teach him to start making his contacts now. Well anyways, he sounds like he is on the right track, you should be proud! Good luck to you both!
Mr. Blah Blah
Mr. Bla...

Question: What is Duke Law School looking for in applicants?

Besides the expected high GPA and LSAT scores, is there anything out of the ordinary that Duke University Law School looks for in its applicants? What is something that accepted students tend to have in common? Is there a particular minority that is highly represented there? What is the dish on this school!? Thanks. Please, if you don't know or aren't going to be serious, don't post. And if you are going to say something like "ask the admissions office" or "look at the website" I got that covered, k. Answers from experience or insider knowledge is more like it. Thanks.
34 months ago
Revolution
Revol...

Best Answer

Well, GPA and LSAT are the two primary factors. Duke also tends to give a slight preference to those who took a year or two off after undergrad (working or doing some sort of noble volunteering activity) versus those who hop right in after getting their Bachelor's. They also like people who love academics for what it is and enjoy learning, even if this does not always lead to practical applications (i.e. no cut-throat competitors). Women are well-represented on the campus (slightly less than half of those enrolled) but minority attendance based on race is lagging at 22% when compared to some other top-tier law schools who can pull in 30%+ (they're trying to work on that). Duke doesn't quite garner the prestige of Harvard, Stanford, UChicago, or the like (only 20% of those accepted at Duke enroll) but it's a top-notch law school and new graduates are basically guaranteed a job with an average salary of $110,000.
lobazo
lobazo

Question: What are the probabilities of been admitted in duke university?

Is that school a good one? Is it hard to get in there
35 months ago
matt
matt

Best Answer

On the Duke website, and on the website of all the other top schools, they have a page that tells the SAT scores of the kids who are Freshman there this year. Duke is one of the top schools in the world - students there had GPAs close to perfect, and SATs over 1400 out of 1600 , it is not quite as hard to get into as Columbia or Harvard or Stanford because, let's face it, it's in Durham, NC instead of New York, Boston or San Francisco. :( You can get the statistics on all the schools in the USA by searching at collegeboard.com or princetonreview.com and using their colelge search systems. They will help you go through the 3,800 colleges int he USA and find one that fits what you want to do, the part othe country you like, and the level of students that matches your school record. There is a good school for everyone who wants to go to college. All you have to do is find the one that's right for you.
horsegrl7688
horsegr...

Question: Duke University?

I want to go to Duke Medical school eventually. What GPA, SAT scores, and community service hours will I need to have a very good chanced of getting in?
36 months ago
Taranto
Taranto

Best Answer

They won't care about your SATs. They will care about the MCAT exams. Duke's medical school is one of the best in the world. You will need to graduate college with honors. It will help if you graduate from a top university. The average GPA at Harvard Medical School is 3.76 and the average MCAT score is 11.7. Similar numbers will be needed to get into Duke. They will accept about 6-8% of those who apply.
ILOVETENNIS
ILOVETE...

Question: Does Duke University offer classes in earth science or aerospace engineering????

37 months ago
matt
matt

Best Answer

Duke is one of the top ten universities in the USA. They have a high rated school of engineering and one of the most famous environmental studies programs in the world. You need to do a lot more research, and I dont mean on Yahoo!!!! Go to the Duke website and read some of the books at your school guidance center or local library to see what colleges fit your plans. Don't plan on getting into Duke unless you are one of the top 2 or 3 students in your class. The average SAT in math for their engineering class last year was about 780.
horsegrl7688
horsegr...

Question: How much does it cost to go to Duke University Medical School?

37 months ago
magooi1234
magoo...

Best Answer

It costs 33,963 dollars this year for a year at Duke. That will only increase in the coming years. That does not include 9,699 for room and board.
Historian T
Histori...

Question: Which is a better University to study my undergrad in history? Duke(US) or the London School of Economics(UK)?

I am also considering for the other social sciences subjects like politics. I am also considering for the other social sciences subjects like politics. I intend to work in the financial world upon graduation without any limitations to how employers will view me whether I work in the UK or US I am not particular with the student experience...just wondering which will secure me a better future in the job market globally Do tell me ur reasons as to why one is better than the other
37 months ago
Taranto
Taranto

Best Answer

Both are great universities. LSE is not really known (to the layman) for anything other than economics, while Duke is known as one of the best universities in the world. For history, I would give the slight edge to Duke. Since you indicated an interest in economics and finance, I will comment on that, too. For economics LSE has a very slight edge on the undergraduate level. On the graduate level, Duke has a marked edge in finance and financial econometrics while LSE would be superior in most other areas of economics.
V's babygirl
V's bab...

Question: Duke University?

What are things to do at and around Duke University?
37 months ago
matt
matt

Best Answer

Duke is in a small rather boring place, so most of the things to do there are connected with the university. Like, sporting events, plays, the art museum, etc. And most ofthe eateries are nearby. You can go over to Chapel Hill and visit the UNCCH people - that is a nice town, but if you have Duke sticker on your car it will probably be vandalized. If school is out at Duke, things are going to be quiet around there.
Phantom09
Phantom09

Question: What is the most attractive feature of Duke University?

38 months ago
warblers
warblers

Best Answer

The incredible resources of a major research university and the close student-professor interaction of a liberal arts college. Other awesome features: FOCUS Cross-registration with UNC Chapel Hill Separate campus for freshmen Beautiful campus Continuous renovation to improve facilities Abundance of research opportunities and funding Mild weather and convenient location Athletics (except football) Community outreach Amazing student body Superb placement record for med/law/grad school Awesome study abroad options (>50% study abroad) Unique facilities (Lemur Center, Phytotron, Papyrus Archive, etc.)
Chris
Chris

Question: is Duke University really that hard to get into?

It's my dream school, and I'm waiting for the right time to apply to there. Do I need extremely high grades or excel in athletics or what?
38 months ago
Kevindaman
Kevin...

Best Answer

Be sure you have high grades and record. Very hard to get in to
alienhumanhybrid
alienhu...

Question: What else should I do to higher my chances of getting into Duke University?

I am going to be a senior this fall and I would like to apply to either Duke University or Columbia University. My scores are: GPA: 3.8 (about a 96 out of the 100 percent scale) Most recent SAT (taken in June '06): Verbal: 520 Math: 580 Writing: 570 Extra Curriculars: Editor in Chief and Cartoonist of School Newspaper, Vice President of Student Govt., Graphics Designer for our local Chamber of Commerce Misc. Information: I am from Thailand, I attend a high school in NYC (and have taken and passed all the New York State Regents), I am female. I'm hoping maybe schools want the diversity. Does anyone know what these schools look for? Besides improving my SAT grades, what else do these school tend to judge more importantly when it comes to admission to their undergraduate class? What other schools do you recommend? Thank you in advance.
41 months ago
Tiff P
Tiff P

Best Answer

Unfortunately, I cannot vouch for Duke specifically, but I attend a university in the nation's top 5 and I hope I can be of some help. First of all, your GPA is great. Your SAT scores are not stellar, but honestly, that isn't the most important thing these days. You may want to consider explaining those numbers in your application. I noticed you are from a foreign country; you can definitely elaborate on your heritage, educational journey, etc. (By the way, my parents are from Thailand ^_^) Your extracurriculars look wonderful. It looks like you go out of your way to strive for something special, you have special interests in graphics design, and you have leadership qualities. The important thing now is to convey passion and sincerity in your essays on the application. If you just give a laundry list of what you do, that's not enough. You can tell a story, or just write freely about why you love what you do, or how you've matured, how you've come to discover what you like, why you came to the US to study... That's how you can stand out in the crowd :) Good luck!
QueenV
QueenV

Question: What SAT score range would be good for Duke University?

42 months ago
Andrew H
Andrew H

Best Answer

1300+ in the old SAT would probably be required to get into Duke, however I doubt they have any set scores an which you must acquire before they consider you. Universities such as Duke look at much more than just SAT and GPA. They look at your extra-curricular activities, and leadership skills. They'll also probably look to see for things that make you stand out, such as extensive volunteer work--that sort of thing. Even being the child or relative of an Alumni would help. Keep your options open, Duke is very hard to get into and is very expensive. The education you can get at Duke really won't be much better than the education you could get at a public university such as UNC Chapel Hill--don't go to a college because of the sports team.
califoodnia
califoo...

Question: My first choice school right now is Duke University. I have the grades and requirements down but...?

I have never been out of California, so I'm afraid I wouldn't fit in. I would appreciate any details on the lifestyle and culture there. And also, NC is almost in the south isnt it? So how are things there racially, we're really relaxed on racial barriers here in Cali.
45 months ago
Cyberdude
Cyber...

Best Answer

I teach at ECU, which is about 1.5 hrs from Duke. NC is considered part of the south. Racial issues really aren't a problem here now. As for culture, Duke is located in a large city that is very close to two other major cities. Therefore, there are a lot of things to do, places to visit, and a lot of night life. You will be about 2 hours from the ocean and about 3-4 hours from the mountains, so both should be nice for weekend getaways.
pawan
pawan

Question: where is Duke university?

50 months ago
PattiMac
PattiMac

Best Answer

Duke University is in Durham, NC. There are actually two campuses...East and West. East houses the freshman dorms, West everything else, including most classes, the chapel, sports facilities, greek houses (within the dorms), admin offices, etc. It's a beautiful, special place.

Photos

  • One of the first buildings on the original Durham campus (East Campus), the Washington Duke Building ("Old Main") was destroyed by a fire in 1911.
    One of the first buildings on the original Durham campus (East Campus), the Washington Duke Building ("Old Main") was destroyed by a fire in 1911. [source]
  • The Levine Science Research Center is the largest single-site interdisciplinary research facility of any American university.
    The Levine Science Research Center is the largest single-site interdisciplinary research facility of any American university. [source]
  • Duke Chapel, a frequent icon for the university, can seat nearly 1,600 people and contains a 5,200-pipe organ.
    Duke Chapel, a frequent icon for the university, can seat nearly 1,600 people and contains a 5,200-pipe organ. [source]
  • Entrance to Duke's Bostock Library, which opened in the fall of 2005
    Entrance to Duke's Bostock Library, which opened in the fall of 2005 [source]
  • The Allen Building, opened in 1954, is home to many of the university's top-level administrative offices.
    The Allen Building, opened in 1954, is home to many of the university's top-level administrative offices. [source]
  • Built in 1932, Old Chemistry has carved scientific symbols above the main doorway.
    Built in 1932, Old Chemistry has carved scientific symbols above the main doorway. [source]
  • Part of the Divinity School addition, Goodson Chapel
    Part of the Divinity School addition, Goodson Chapel [source]
  • Logo of Duke University
    Logo of Duke University [source]

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