Duke University
Duke University combines a top-ranked Trinity College of Arts & Sciences, Pratt School of Engineering, and Fuqua School of Business on a landmark Gothic campus in Durham, North Carolina, anchored by elite research funding and a legendary athletics culture.
#62
QS World Rank 2026
~$70,265/yr
Undergraduate Tuition 2025-26
Full-Ride
Karsh International Scholars
Durham, NC
Campus Location
Why Duke
Why Indian students choose Duke
Karsh International Scholars Program
Duke's premier, fully funded scholarship for international undergraduates covers tuition, room, board, fees, and three summers of research/internship funding.
100% Demonstrated Need Met
Duke meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for admitted international students with no loans in the aid package.
Pratt School of Engineering
Highly ranked engineering programs with strong industry ties across biomedical, electrical, and computer engineering.
Fuqua School of Business
A top-tier business school offering an integrated Daytime MBA and strong undergraduate business/economics pathways.
Elite Research Funding
Duke consistently ranks among the top US universities for federal research funding, especially in medicine and life sciences.
Duke Basketball & Campus Culture
World-famous athletics tradition alongside a close-knit, Gothic-architecture campus community in the Research Triangle.
Popular Programs
Top courses for Indian students
MS Computer Science
Pratt School of Engineering
Duke MBA (Daytime)
Fuqua School of Business
BS Computer Science
Trinity College of Arts & Sciences
BSE Biomedical Engineering
Pratt School of Engineering
Investment
Fees at a glance
Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.
| Program | Annual Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Duke MBA (Daytime) | ~$80,000 | 2 years |
| MS Computer Science | ~$68,000 | 1.5-2 years |
| General Graduate Programs | Comparable per-program structure | 1.5-2 years |
Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.
Before You Apply
What you'll need
Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.
Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum GPA varies by program)
TOEFL 90+ / IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent English proficiency score
SAT/ACT for undergraduate, GRE/GMAT for select graduate programs
Statement of Purpose and letters of recommendation
Proof of funds (I-20 / financial affidavit) for your F-1 visa application
Funding Your Degree
Scholarships worth knowing about
Karsh International Scholars Program
Full tuition, room, board & fees + summer funding
Need-Based Financial Aid
100% of demonstrated need, no loans
Reginaldo Howard Memorial Scholarship
Full merit scholarship (open to all admits)
Ready to Begin?
Your seat at Dukestarts with one conversation.
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