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Duke University: Pre-College Programs
Overview
An on-campus summer program hosted by Duke University offering rigorous academic courses for middle and high school students. Students choose from advanced topics in sustainability, environmental science, medicine, and other fields while living on campus or commuting daily.
At a glance
Sessions
Jun–Jul2 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Durham, NC
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $3,905
Entering grades
6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Open enrollment; GPA 3.0+ recommended but not required; some courses have academic prerequisites
Application requirements
GPA
3.0+ recommended; students with lower GPAs may enroll
English Proficiency (International Students)
TOEFL ≥90, IELTS ≥7.0, DuoLingo ≥115, attendance at English-language international high school, or English proficiency interview
Immunizations
Per North Carolina state law; proof due by June 1, 2027
Technology
Laptop/computer with Windows 7+, Mac OSX 10.10+, 1 GB RAM, 2 GHz+ processor; reliable internet ≥2k kbps; email account
International Students
Valid B-2 Tourist Visa required
Minimum Age
Age 11 by session start (or 13 if residential) for Middle School; age 14 for High School
Cost & sessions
Residential and commuter tuition for 2027 to be announced. Enrollment deposit: $500 (if by April 2) or $1,500 (if after April 1). Includes housing, meals, supplies, guest speakers, field trips, activities, and leadership workshops. Optional: airport shuttle $45 each way, additional stay $120/night, vaccines $150–$250, English proficiency interview $130.
Financial aid
No direct scholarships to individual students. Collaboration with local and state scholarship organizations for low-income and first-generation students (specific organizations TBD annually). Payment plans available with monthly installments up to 30 days before session start.
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