How Duke Decides Who Gets In
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Insights from Duke’s Former Senior Associate Dean on how applications are evaluated behind closed doors.
Event Details
- Zoom
In this webinar, you’ll learn:
- The key qualities Duke prioritizes in successful applicants
- How admissions officers distinguish real leadership from résumé-padding
- How to build a cohesive narrative across activities and essays
- Common mistakes that cause strong students to blend in
- How Crimson guides students to signal: “This student fits here.”
Meet Your Speaker


Steve M.
Duke’s Former Senior Associate Dean
Meet Your Speaker
With 20+ years at Duke, Steve has reviewed thousands of applications and served as an Academic Advisor for first & second-year students. Steve has worked as an Admissions Consultant, helping hundreds of students from diverse backgrounds navigate the university admissions process. Steve's students have gained admission to top universities, including the Ivy League. He currently reviews applications for Duke’s Master of Engineering Management program.
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