Duke University
Durham, USA
"A private university in Durham, North Carolina"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#62 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
About Duke University
Duke University is a private university in Durham, North Carolina, founded in 1838. Its campus is in the college town of Durham, where student life is the centre of the community. Popular programmes include Biomedical Engineering, Public Policy, Engineering Management and Economics. Admission is highly competitive and international applicants are assessed on grades, essays and recommendations.
Rankings & Recognition
#62
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Duke University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
92.90#54
Employer Reputation
91.00#68
Faculty Student Ratio
100.00#100
Citations per Faculty
47.10#7
International Faculty Ratio
28.30#402
International Student Ratio
62.00#602
International Student Diversity
46.20#326
International Research Network
90.80#450
Employment Outcomes
95.60#163
Sustainability
77.60#205
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Key Facts
1838
Founded
Private university
Type
Durham
City
Popular Programs
Biomedical Engineering
Public Policy
Engineering Management
Economics
Computer Science
Application Details
Application Route
Online via school portal / Common App
Intakes
Fall and Spring
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
I-20 + F-1 student visa
Post-Study Work
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Green Card Pathway
H-1B / employment-based
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
96%
Placement Ratio
12 months OPT (STEM +24 months)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff —
Student-Staff Ratio —
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Duke University has a traditional campus in the college town of Durham, North Carolina.
Campus Details
1
main campus
1838
founded
Campus Forecast
Humid subtropical: mild winters
hot summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence halls and apartments within walking distance
Dining
Dining halls with flexible meal plans
Health & Wellness
Student health centre and counselling; teaching hospital nearby
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
$20,000 – $65,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Most students start in the fall semester (August or September), with a spring intake in January at many programmes. Check the Duke University international admissions pages for deadlines.
Scholarships at Duke University
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Very strong grades, essays and recommendations; English proof where needed. Test policy is set by the university. Prior study related to Biomedical Engineering helps for that major.
Postgraduate
Strong bachelor's record, statement and recommendations; GRE / GMAT where the programme asks. For Engineering Management, a related bachelor's degree is preferred.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
English test score (TOEFL / IELTS / Duolingo)
Statement of purpose
Recommendation letters
Resume / CV
Bank statement (proof of funds)
Passport-size photo
GRE / GMAT / SAT if required
Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the school website.
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Apply online
Apply through the school application portal or the Common App.
3
Documents & fee
Upload transcripts, test scores and documents, and pay the application fee.
4
Admission offer
Receive the admission decision and accept the offer with a deposit.
5
Receive I-20
Submit proof of funds and receive the Form I-20 from the school.
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F-1 visa
Pay the SEVIS fee, book the F-1 visa interview and then travel to campus.
Campus & Location
Duke University has a traditional campus in the college town of Durham, North Carolina.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Biomedical Engineering
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Bachelor's
Public Policy
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Bachelor's
Economics
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Bachelor's
Computer Science
Master's
1
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Master's
Engineering Management
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