Duke University admissions
Durham, NC
Duke University acceptance rate
5.7%
2,957 of 51,795 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Most selective. With a rate like this, Duke University is a reach for nearly every applicant, whatever their record.
Key numbers
- Yield: 59% of admitted students enrolled (1,740 of 2,957).
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Common questions about Duke University
What is the acceptance rate at Duke University?
Duke University admitted 5.7% of applicants (2,957 of 51,795) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Duke University?
1,740 of the 2,957 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 59%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Duke University?
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