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The Duke Pre-College Program provides advanced academic opportunities and an introduction to the college experience to students currently in grades 6 - 11. Our courses are created to give students access to cutting-edge curriculum and technology beyond the average classroom while connecting them with transcendent peers from around the world and influential professionals in their future field. In addition to accessing university facilities and labs, our students interact and learn from renowned faculty and researchers. Participants gain valuable experiences that prepare them for not only their college curriculum and careers that follow, but also to become empowered, influential leaders.
Non-credit
Residential
Commuter
Online, live
Online
Accepts International Students
Financial Aid
Our courses are created to give students access to cutting-edge curriculum and technology beyond the average classroom while connecting them with transcendent peers from around the world and influential professionals in their future field. In addition to accessing university facilities and labs, our students interact and learn from renowned faculty and researchers. Participants gain valuable experiences that prepare them for not only their college curriculum and careers that follow, but also to become empowered, influential leaders.
Live and learn at Duke University. During Pre-College’s 2023 Residential Program, you will enjoy an unforgettable two-week residential and academic experience. Live in campus residence halls, eat in world-class dining facilities, and visit significant locations throughout campus and the surrounding area.
Enjoy the Duke experience from home through Duke Pre-College’s Online Program. Study a topic of interest and connect with a global network of peers. Daily lessons will include both synchronous and asynchronous sessions. Experience live Zoom meetings with your instructors and like-minded students. Take part in active small and whole group activities while enjoying the flexibility of online learning.
2023 Lab Week
High School Options
Enjoy a first-hand look at Duke University’s cutting-edge facilities and hear from leading experts in Duke Pre-College’s Lab Week. Study a topic through active, hands-on learning while living on Duke University’s beautiful campus during an intensive week of discovery and innovation.
Sample Schedule - Residential Sessions 1, 2 and 3 and Lab Week
7-9 a.m. Breakfast
9 a.m.-12 p.m. Class
12-1 p.m. Lunch
1-4 p.m. Class (labs, tours, guest speakers)
4:30-5:30 p.m. College Connections
College Connections afternoon sessions are designed to help high school students prepare for their college experience. Coupled with their academic work, the College Connection program will help students to understand and prioritize what to look for and what to expect from a college and their first-year experience.
6-7 p.m. Dinner
7:30-9:30 p.m. Nightly events
There will be optional activities available to students during this time, such as movie screening, sports activities, gaming, and clubs.
10-10:30 p.m. Report to residential halls and Nightly News
11 p.m. Students must be in residence halls (weekdays)
12 a.m. Students must be in residence halls (weekends)
On weekends, a full day of activities and community service will be planned based on course choice.
2023 Online Options
Online courses are divided into two groups (Group A and Group B) to accommodate varying time zones.
Group A - required, daily synchronous meetings from 9:00-10:15 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. ET.
Group B - two required, daily synchronous meetings from 1:00 - 2:15 p.m. and 3:00 – 4:15 p.m. ET.
Asynchronous learning activities and assignments will be assigned daily.
Students currently in grades 6-8 can apply to middle school courses, while students in grades 9-11 can apply to high school courses.
Unofficial Transcript
Recent Grades Report
Personal Statement
Resume
English Test
English Test C1
English Test C1-C2
Online Application From
Application Fee
Parent/Guardian Consent
Video Assignment *
1 - The completed online application;
2 - A copy of your school transcript is required to determine acceptance. It does not need to be official but must show student’s name, current grade, name of current school and include ALL grades from current school.
Note: For 6th–8th grade students, your most recent report card can serve as your transcript. For 9th grade students, a current 9th grade transcript is sufficient. You will be notified if any grades are needed.
3 - A formal resume detailing academic awards and recognitions as well as extra-curricular activities.
Note: Required for high school applicants only.
4 - A one-page personal statement describing why you are interested in the program.
Note: For 6th-8th grade students, other options are to record a video no longer than 3 minutes or create a spoken word, poem, or song to respond to these questions:
- Why you wish to attend Pre-College
- What you hope to gain from attending your chosen course
- What you will contribute to the course
- Experience and involvement in activities associated with the course
- Other information you wish to share about yourself.
5 - Applicants who are not US Citizens should exhibit English Language Proficiency by one of the following:
Evidence of attendance at an international high school taught in English
English Language Test Scores of a 90 on TOEFL or a 7.0 IELTS
6 - $150 application fee.
Deadline
Enrollments Closed
Thank you for your interest in our 2023 program. All enrollments are closed at this time. We look forward to hosting our students beginning June 20.
Check back in November for information on our 2024 program.
Jun 20 - Jun 30
1 week
Residential
Jun 20 - Jun 30
1 week
Commuter
Jul 05 - Jul 15
1 week
Residential
Jul 05 - Jul 15
1 week
Commuter
Jul 18 - Jul 28
1 week
Residential
Jul 18 - Jul 28
1 week
Commuter
Jul 09 - Jul 14
1 week
Residential
Jul 17 - Jul 28
2 weeks
Online
2023 Residential and Commuter Programs
Cost:
$4,900 (Residential including daily meals, lodging and tours)
$3,200 (Commuter including lunch during class days and tours).
2023 Lab Week
Cost:
$2,900 (including daily meals, lodging and tours).
2023 Online Options
Cost:
$2,100 (including access to Duke University online learning management system).
Students who enroll in more than one course will receive a one-time discount equal to the cost of applying.
Financial Aid
Financial aid may be available on a limited basis. Indicate your interest in financial aid on the application, and a Pre-College staff member will contact you with more information. If you have additional questions, please email [email protected].
Unofficial Transcript
Recent Grades Report
Personal Statement
Resume
English Test
English Test C1
English Test C1-C2
Online Application From
Application Fee
Parent/Guardian Consent
Video Assignment *
Application is closed
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