Duke University
Duke University, often simply called “Duke”, is located in Durham, North Carolina, USA. It is a private school dedicated to research. With over 14,000 students, Duke offers courses in engineering, arts & sciences and nursing. The school was involved in the Human Genome Project along with other universities on the cutting edge of genetics.
Duke was founded in 1838, as Brown’s Schoolhouse. It was located in what is now the town, Trinity. It was organized by a group of Quakers and Methodists. It would go on in 1841 to become the Union Institute Academy. It was one of the first colleges to be open to women.
University Profile
| Ranking | #29 |
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| University Name | Duke University |
| Acronym | DUKE |
| Year Established | 1838 |
| Motto | Eruditio et Religio |
| Motto in English | Knowledge and Faith |
| Colors | Duke blue and white |
Contact
| Address | 103 Allen Bldg, Durham, North Carolina, United States |
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| Phone | +1 (919) 684 8111 |
| Fax | +1 (919) 684 3050 |
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Admission Info
Find information below on admission to Duke University.
| International Students Allowed | Yes |
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| Gender | Men and Women |
| Admission Info | Click here |
| Undergraduate Admission Info | Click here |
| Graduate Admission Info | Click here |
Scholarship and Financial Aids
Click on the following links to get information on scholarships and/or financial aids offered by Duke University.
| Scholarship Info | Click here |
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| Financial Aid Info | Click here |