It's time to rethink college tours
Traditional campus tours feel impersonal and can leave you with more questions than answers. You’re just a face in the crowd following a scripted tour led by a random guide. Is this really the best way to make one of the biggest decisions of your life?
SchoolScoops is the smarter, more personal way to tour colleges
Private and personalized tours
With traditional tours you’re just a number in a big group, making it hard to ask the questions that matter most. With SchoolScoops 1-on-1 tours and video chats you can ask all the questions that are important to you.
Choose your own guide
On a typical college tour, the school assigns you a guide. SchoolScoops lets you pick a guide who matches your academic interests, hobbies, and personality. You'll get authentic insights and advice from someone who truly gets you.
No scripts, just scoops
Traditional campus tours are essentially a sales pitch—the guide works for the school and their job is to show you the highlights. SchoolScoops guides don’t work for their school, so there’s no sales pitch—just genuine advice to determine if the school is a good fit.
Find the school for you
Choosing where to go to college is a major decision and a huge investment. SchoolScoops 1-on-1 tours and video chats go beyond the basics to help you make a well-informed college decision.
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Become a guideYour Duke University questions, answered
Is Duke University an Ivy League school?
No, Duke is not in the Ivy League, but it is a highly prestigious private research university with a strong academic reputation.
What GPA do you need for Duke?
Duke has no minimum GPA requirement, but most admitted students have a GPA between 3.8 and 4.0, with competitive applicants typically above 3.7.
What city is Duke University in?
Duke University is located in Durham, North Carolina.
What majors is Duke known for?
Duke is known for strong programs in Computer Science, Engineering, Psychology, Economics, Biology, and Public Policy, along with excellence in Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Biomedical Sciences.
How much does Duke cost for four years?
For the 2023–24 academic year, Duke’s cost of attendance was $87,072, totaling approximately $348,288 over four years, excluding potential increases.
Is Duke University a religious school?
No, Duke is a nonsectarian university, though it has historical ties to the Methodist Church. It offers religious studies, interfaith programs, and a Divinity School but does not require religious affiliation.
Where do most Duke students live?
All first-year students live on East Campus, while upperclassmen reside in West Campus residence halls, including suite-style housing like Hollows Quad.
Is Duke an elite school?
Yes, Duke is considered an elite university, consistently ranked among the top in the U.S., with strong programs in business, law, medicine, and engineering.
How can I take a campus tour at Duke University?
You can schedule a guided campus tour through Duke’s admissions website, which includes an information session and a student-led tour. Self-guided and virtual tours are also available for those who prefer to explore on their own.
Does Duke offer private campus tours?
Yes, using SchoolScoops you can take a private campus tour of Duke with a student of your choosing.
Interested in other schools?
SchoolScoops also offers tours and video chats at many other schools
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