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Duke University is a private research university, located in Durham, North Carolina. It was founded by Methodists and Quakers in 1838. Duke University boasts of 220 buildings on its campus, which covers an area of 8,611 acres. It consists of West, East and Central campuses.
Duke offers a variety of degrees and programs through its two undergraduate and eight graduate schools. U.S. News & World Report (2009 edition) ranked the university's undergraduate program 8th among national universities, while ranking the medical, law and business schools among the top 11 in the country. The Duke University Library System is one of the 10 largest private university library systems in the United States and the 30th largest of all libraries in the U.S.
Duke's sports teams are known as the Blue Devils. They are members of the NCAA's Division I Atlantic Coast Conference.
The most common major fields study at Duke include science, mathematics, engineering, and conservation and resource management.
The school does not admit all applicants. Of people who applied to Duke in 2007-2008, 23% were accepted. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 660 to 750 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 680 and 790.
One indicator of school quality is the number of students per professor, and here Duke does well in comparison to most schools. Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at Duke are higher than most.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 13,598 students (14,658 full-time equivalent).
Dorm living is common. Athletic teams at the school belong to the Atlantic Coast Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Duke University
103 Allen Bldg
Durham, NC 27708
General Phone: (919) 684-2813
http://WWW.DUKE.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 834 | economics, political science, anthropology, English, liberal arts and sciences, sociology, area studies, English language and literature, ... |
| Business and Management | 718 | business management |
| Engineering | 447 | biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering |
| Law | 291 | law |
| Science | 288 | biology, chemistry, physics, geology, anatomical sciences, molecular genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 230 | psychology, physical therapy |
| Religion and Philosophy | 215 | ministry, theology, philosophy, religion |
| Family and Social Work | 185 | public policy analysis |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 167 | registered nursing, nurse anesthetist |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 163 | conservation, natural resources management, forestry |
| Medicine | 93 | medicine, health professions |
| Mathematics | 51 | mathematics, statistics |
| Fine Arts | 29 | art history and criticism |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 28 | computer and info science |
| Medical Support and Technology | 26 | radiation protection, ophthalmic tech |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 13 | drama |
| Music | 5 | music |
| Design | 3 | design and visual communication |
Number of programs and degrees for Duke in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,505 | 37 |
| Master's degree | 1,423 | 38 |
| First-professional degree | 525 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 302 | 31 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 31 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Duke had a total enrollment of 13,598 students (14,658 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 47% |
| Graduate | 41% |
| First Professional | 12% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 55% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 10% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 13% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 13% |
| New York | 9% |
| Florida | 8% |
| (International Students) | 7% |
| California | 6% |
| Virginia | 5% |
| New Jersey | 5% |
| Maryland | 5% |
| Texas | 4% |
| Massachusetts | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 4% |
| Illinois | 4% |
| Georgia | 3% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| State unknown | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| South Carolina | 2% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 97 % |
Duke offers campus housing for 5,160 of its 14,658 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Durham, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 17,748 | 4,077 | 23% | 1,700 | 42% |
| Men | 8,667 | 2,014 | 23% | 855 | 42% |
| Women | 9,081 | 2,063 | 23% | 845 | 41% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 660 | 750 |
| SAT Math | 680 | 790 |
| SAT Writing | 680 | 780 |
| ACT Verbal | 30 | 34 |
| ACT Math | 29 | 35 |
| ACT Composite | 29 | 34 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 93% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 36% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 37,295 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 37,295 |
| Room and board | $ 10,690 |
| Room charge | $ 6,054 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,636 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,105 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,835 |
Financial Aid:
Duke participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 292000)
Duke has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 902 | 241 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 353 | 209 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 855 | 734 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 413 | $160,428 | 113 | $147,130 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 173 | $112,908 | 88 | $85,773 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 144 | $89,299 | 93 | $71,527 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 16 | $65,388 | 17 | $52,363 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 78 | $45,783 | 110 | $42,059 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 824 | $125,323 | 421 | $86,324 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Atlantic Coast Conference |
| Basketball | Atlantic Coast Conference |
| Baseball | Atlantic Coast Conference |
| Track | Atlantic Coast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 175 | 136 | 311 |
| Football | 82 | 0 | 82 |
| Baseball | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| Basketball | 11 | 13 | 24 |
| All Other Sports | 58 | 123 | 181 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Forestry, General
Natural Resources Management and Policy
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
ENGINEERING
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Mechanical Engineering
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Policy Analysis
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
Anthropology
Area Studies, Other
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Linguistics
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Romanian Language and Literature
Russian Language and Literature
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Women's Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist
Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Medicine (MD)
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other
Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Molecular Genetics
Physics, General
Zoology/Animal Biology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Duke Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 1% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 7% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of students from other states (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
United Methodist affiliation Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships Has hospital on campus NCAA athletic conference member
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