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Duke University

US News #8📍 Durham (North Carolina)

About

Duke University is located in Durham, North Carolina, and is known as the "Ivy League of the South". Duke Medical School and the Research Triangle are the core of its scientific research capabilities. Its Fuqua School of Business enjoys a global reputation. The Duke Blue Devils are widely acclaimed for their performance in NCAA basketball tournaments. Centered around the Gothic-style Duke Chapel, the campus is situated on 7,000 acres of forested land.

⭐ Highlights

  • Ivy League of the South
  • Top-tier medical school and Research Triangle
  • World-renowned Fuqua School of Business
  • Powerhouse in NCAA basketball
  • Stunning Gothic-style campus

📚 Top Programs

MedicineBusiness (Fuqua)Computer ScienceEconomicsEngineeringLawPublic PolicyBiologyPsychology

💰 Fees

TuitionApproximately $60,000 per year
Living CostsApproximately $18,000 per year
Application DeadlineEarly Decision (ED): November 1, Regular Decision (RD): January 2

💼 Career Outcomes

Graduates have extremely strong employment competitiveness, with most joining Fortune Global 500 companies, well-known financial institutions, and top tech firms. The university has a comprehensive career development center that provides abundant internship and on-campus recruitment opportunities.

📋 Admission Information

🎓Undergraduate Admission

ItemRequirement
Language RequirementTOEFL 100+ (iBT/TOEFL iBT Band 5+), IELTS 7.5+
Standardized TestsSAT 1510-1570 or ACT 34-35 (under Test-Optional policy)
GPAUnweighted GPA 3.9+/4.0
📄 Required Materials

Common App

Submit via the Common Application platform

Duke Supplemental Essays

2 short essays of 250 words maximum, covering the themes of "Duke Community" and "Personal Diversity"

Main Essay

650-word personal statement

Extracurricular Activities

Up to 10 activities

Letters of Recommendation

3 letters of recommendation (2 academic, 1 optional)

Transcripts

Grade 9 to 12 academic transcripts

Interview

Alumni interview (optional)

💡 Duke's acceptance rate is approximately 6.2%. The Test-Optional policy remains in effect. Affinity for Duke basketball can provide a modest school spirit boost in admissions.

🎯Graduate Admission

ItemRequirement
Language RequirementTOEFL 100+ (iBT Band 5+), IELTS 7.5+; a speaking score of 24+ is recommended for graduate students, some PhD programs require 26+
Standardized TestsRecommended GRE score 322+, Fuqua MBA requires GMAT 720+
GPAUndergraduate GPA 3.6+/4.0
📄 Required Materials

Online Application

Submit through the corresponding school

Statement of Purpose

Subject to program requirements

CV/Resume

Detailed curriculum vitae

Recommendation Letters

2-3 letters

Academic Transcripts

Transcripts for all post-secondary education

Standardized Test Scores

According to program requirements

💡 The acceptance rate for Fuqua MBA Daytime program is around 21%. The acceptance rate for Duke School of Medicine MD program is around 4.5%.
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