All financial aid and scholarship funds have been distributed for summer 2025 and the application is now closed. Applications submitted by 11:59 p.m. ET on January 23, 2025 will still be reviewed and considered.
All financial aid and scholarship funds have been distributed for summer 2025 and the application is now closed. Applications submitted by 11:59 p.m. ET on January 23, 2025 will still be reviewed and considered.
Located on the coast of North Carolina, the Duke Marine Lab offers a unique interactive experience for Pre-College participants. Students live and learn on site, with classes taught by experienced instructors and industry professionals while access to labs, boats, and other Marine Lab resources. Courses will include sustainability, conservation, marine biology and more.
One-week middle school program
Age: 13+
Grades: 6-8
Dates: June 29-July 5
Program fee: $3,720
One-week high school program
Grades: 9-11
Dates: June 21-27
Program fee: $3,720
Duke Pre-College does not provide any transportation to Beaufort, NC or to the Marine Lab. This includes to and from airports, bus stations, and all other transportation options. A parent/guardian must transport the participant to the Duke University Marine Lab on the arrival day, and pick them up by the departure time.
All participants must meet North Carolina immunization requirements.
All housing and meals during the program; Classes 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day with professional, seasoned instructors and teaching associates; all books and supplies; guest speakers; entrance charges and transportation to tours; College Connections seminars and other club activities; evening and weekend social events; guided visits to main campus and sporting facilities.
There are no Pre-College Middle School Marine Lab courses open for enrollment at this time.
There are no Pre-College High School Marine Lab courses open for enrollment at this time.