Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
6.78%
SAT Average
1,539
ACT Range
34-35
Duke University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 6.78%. This means approximately 68 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 6,417 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
6.78%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $65,805 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $65,805 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $82,749 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $34,454 | State avg: $14,661. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 12.74% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 16.31% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Duke University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$65,805
Room and board
$17,458
Books and supplies
$1,602
Other expenses
$2,207
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$82,749
Average net price
$34,454
Average aid coverage
58%
$48,295 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Duke University pays approximately $34,454 per year after grants and aid. This is above the North Carolina average of $14,661 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Duke University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to North Carolina and national averages.
Duke University net price
$34,454
North Carolina average
$14,661
National average
$17,506
Duke University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $65,805 and average net price at $34,454. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$65,805
Current net price
$34,454
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
95.83%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$97,800
Undergraduates
6,417
10-Year Median Earnings - Duke University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Duke University graduates earn about 2.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Duke University?
Undergraduates
6,417
Completion rate
95.83%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
12.74%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
16.31%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 12.74% of Duke University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 16.31% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Duke University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Duke University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Duke University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Duke University is listed at 103 Allen Bldg, Durham, NC 27708. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Duke University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | 6.78% | $65,805 | $34,454 | $97,800 |
| Chamberlain University-North Carolina | 66.67% | $19,686 | $21,664 | $92,405 |
| Davidson College | 14.48% | $60,300 | $18,127 | $81,400 |
| Wake Forest University | 21.56% | $64,758 | $28,746 | $78,158 |
| Elon University | 67.31% | $44,536 | $41,048 | $74,545 |
Similar Schools in Durham
This local cluster focuses on nearby Durham schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Durham.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duke University's acceptance rate?
Duke University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 6.78%.
How much is Duke University tuition?
Duke University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $65,805.
What is Duke University's average net price?
Duke University's average net price in the local dataset is $34,454.
What does Duke University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $3,295 for Duke University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Duke University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $97,800 for Duke University.
Is Duke University accredited?
Duke University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Duke University?
The local dataset lists 6,417 undergraduate students at Duke University.
What percentage of Duke University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Duke University in the local dataset is 12.74%.
What is the federal loan rate at Duke University?
The federal loan rate for Duke University in the local dataset is 16.31%.
Where should I verify Duke University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Duke University or the latest official federal education data.