Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Durham, North Carolina |
| Online | duke.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Duke University occupies a sprawling Gothic-style campus in Durham, North Carolina, situated approximately 25 miles northwest of Raleigh in the state's Research Triangle region. Established in 1838 and relocated to Durham in 1892, Duke has transformed from a small Methodist college into a leading private research institution, anchored by its iconic Duke Chapel and extensive medical complex. The university maintains highly selective undergraduate admission standards and is particularly recognized for its programs in medicine, law, business, public policy, and biomedical engineering. Duke's West Campus houses most undergraduate students and academic facilities, while East Campus serves as a dedicated first-year student community, and the university competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Blue Devils, with its men's basketball program having achieved national prominence.
Ratings
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Duke is rated within the top 2% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 10 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Duke University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#3 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in North Carolina
#1 in Best Private Colleges in North Carolina
#15 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in North Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1490/1570 |
| ACT | 34/35 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.94 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 3, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
| Application Fee | $85 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,434 |
| Other Fees | $2,253 |
| Room and Board | $16,651 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,976 |
| Total One Year Cost | $82,749 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 24% |
| Engineering | 16% |
| Human Services | 10% |
| Biology | 9% |
| Psychology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=198419 IPEDS survey data for Duke University.
Current students may use the Duke University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024