Duke University for Indian Students
Durham, North Carolina, USA
Duke University is one of the most prestigious universities in the United States. Known for academic excellence, strong professional schools, and outstanding career outcomes, Duke combines Ivy-level reputation with a collaborative campus culture.
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U.S. University
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World-Leading MBA
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Top Engineering
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Students Guided
Tuition & Costs
- Undergraduate: $67,000–$70,000/year
- Master's: $45,000–$75,000/year
- MBA (Fuqua): $165,000–$180,000 total
- Living: $1,400–$2,000/month
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What Makes Duke Different
- Ivy-level academics + collaborative culture
- Research opportunities from Year 1
- Strong faculty accessibility
- Tight-knit residential campus
- Prestige + career readiness + experience
Career Power
- McKinsey, BCG, Bain
- Investment banking & finance
- Healthcare & biotech sectors
- Major tech companies
- OPT + STEM OPT (up to 3 years)
Program Pathways at Duke
Undergraduate Programs
Trinity College of Arts & Sciences
Economics, Biology, Social Sciences, Humanities, Public Policy
Pratt School of Engineering
Biomedical Engineering, CS, Electrical, Mechanical, Environmental
Master's Programs
MBA — Fuqua School of Business
One of the world's top MBA programs. “Team Fuqua” culture emphasizes collaboration and global leadership.
Duke Admission Requirements
Undergraduate
Master's
- Strong bachelor's degree
- SOP, CV, recommendations
- GRE required or optional depending on program
Costs & Budget (International Students)
Undergraduate
$67,000–$70,000
per year
Annual budget: $85,000–$95,000
Planning: ~$88,000–$100,000/year
Master's
$45,000–$75,000
per year (varies by program)
Annual budget: $65,000–$100,000
MBA (Fuqua)
$165,000–$180,000
total program cost
Total budget: ~$195,000–$220,000
Durham is significantly cheaper than NYC or SF. Living: $1,400–$2,000/month ($18,000–$25,000/year).
Career Outcomes After Duke
Our Students at Duke
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Duke University
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Duke Fuqua MBA
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Fuqua School
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Dr. Karan Gupta's Duke Admission Advice
Duke is one of the most well-balanced elite universities in the U.S. It offers:
- Ivy-level academics — research-driven teaching with outstanding faculty
- Excellent career outcomes — particularly for consulting, healthcare, and interdisciplinary careers
- Strong student experience — collaborative campus culture with tight-knit community
For the right student, Duke can be a stronger overall choice than many more famous universities — particularly for consulting, healthcare, and interdisciplinary careers.
Dr. Karan Gupta — Harvard alumnus, 27+ years, 160,000+ students guided. Book a consultation.
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