Can you get into Duke University?
Durham, North Carolina
Duke University admits about 7% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1510–1570, ACT composites around 34–35, about a 4.20 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether Duke University is a reach, match, or safety for you.
Duke University admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 7%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1510–1570
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 34–35
- Average GPA
- 4.20
Your chances at Duke University
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How selective Duke University is, at a glance.
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into Duke University?
- Duke University has an acceptance rate of about 7%, which makes it highly selective based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into Duke University?
- Admitted students at Duke University have an average GPA of about 4.20. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for Duke University?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at Duke University have SAT scores between 1510–1570 and ACT composites between 34–35.
- What are my chances of getting into Duke University?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether Duke University is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.