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Admissions Overview
High School Diploma
Required
Common App
Accepted
Class Rank
Considered
Credit for AP Classes
Provided
SAT/ACT
Optional
TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo
Required for International Students
College Prep Program
Recommended
Additional Materials
Only for School of Music applicants
6% (16.5% early)
3.8 - 4.0
1460 - 1550
33 - 35
GPA Requirements
Duke University does not have a strict minimum GPA requirement for undergraduate admissions. However, admitted students typically have very high GPAs, ranging from 3.8 to 4.0, with an average GPA of 3.94.
3.94
Average High School GPA
3.8 - 4.0
25th-7th Percentile
SAT Requirements
Duke is test-optional for the current application cycle. The SAT scores for admitted students range from 1460 - 1550, with an average score of 1513.
Although SAT scores are optional, we recommend that students aim for a good SAT score of at least 1513 to be competitive in the admissions process at Duke University.
1513
Average SAT
1460 - 1550
25th-75th Percentile
47%
Students submitting SAT scores
ACT Requirements
Duke is test-optional for the current application cycle. The ACT scores for admitted students range from 33 to 35, with an average score of 34.
A good ACT score will still boost your application above the competition and help get you into your dream school. It will allow admissions officers to quickly and objectively compare you to the rest of the applicant pool.
34
Average ACT
33-35
25th-75th Percentile
46%
Students submitting ACT scores
Other Requirements
Besides academic grades, Duke has some additional requirements based on the program of study you apply for.
Extracurriculars
Make sure you have extracurriculars relating to your area of study and those that show your dedication over time.
Recommendation Letters
Duke University requires two teacher recommendations and one counselor recommendation.
TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo
Required for international students.
