Duke University
Duke University is a prestigious private research university in Durham, North Carolina. It is renowned for its interdisciplinary approach to education across Trinity College of Arts and Sciences and the Pratt School of Engineering, as well as its active undergraduate research and vibrant community.
Acceptance rate
4.8%
Undergrad enrollment
6,542
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$85
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| ScholarshipRobertson Scholars Leadership Program Early Notification Deadline | October 15, 2026 |
| Financial AidEarly Decision Financial Aid | November 2, 2026 |
| Early DecisionEarly Decision | November 2, 2026 |
| ScholarshipRobertson Scholars Leadership Program Deadline | November 15, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | January 4, 2027 |
| Financial AidRegular Decision Financial Aid | February 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidTransfer Financial Aid | March 15, 2027 |
| TransferTransfer Admission Deadline | March 15, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
What is your impression of Duke as a university and community, and why do you believe it is a good match for your goals, values, and interests? If there is something specific that attracts you to our academic offerings in Trinity College of Arts and Sciences or the Pratt School of Engineering, or to our co-curricular opportunities, feel free to include that, too.
We believe a wide range of viewpoints and experiences is essential to maintaining Duke's vibrant living and learning community. Please share anything in this context that might help us better understand you and your potential contributions to Duke.
Meaningful dialogue often involves respectful disagreement. Provide an example of a difference of opinion you've had with someone you care about. What did you learn from it?
Duke recently launched an initiative “to bring together Duke experts across all disciplines who are advancing artificial intelligence (AI) research, addressing the most pressing ethical challenges posed by AI, and shaping the future of AI in the classroom” (ai.duke.edu). Tell us about a situation when you would or would not choose to use AI (when possible and permitted). What shapes your thinking?