Courses are filling up quickly.

As we approach the end of our application period, courses are closing frequently. Because of this, a course selected on an application may close before you receive approval. We recommend choosing more than one course when possible just in case. 

Some closed courses may have a…

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Pre-College Programs

Duke Pre-College Programs provide motivated current 6th-11th grade students with experiential learning and academic experiences in a university setting. Building on the legacy programs such as Duke Youth Programs and the Duke Talent Identification Program (TIP), Duke Pre-College Programs inspire and challenge the next generation of thinkers and leaders while offering them a glimpse into the opportunities for their future. Our diverse courses are tailored to the interests and questions top of mind for today’s students while delivering the Duke experience through interactions with Duke faculty, researchers and guest speakers, who are experts in their fields.

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