by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Duke ranks among other schools offering degrees in child development.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for child development majors, Duke came in at #6. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in North Carolina.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Duke University handed out 151 bachelor's degrees in child development & psychology. This is an increase of 15% over the previous year when 131 degrees were handed out.
Child Development majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Duke go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $39,359 a year. This is higher than $34,585, which is the national median for all child development bachelor's degree recipients.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Duke paid an average of $1,983 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $63,450 | $63,450 |
| Fees | $2,355 | $2,355 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,602 | $1,602 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $17,458 | $17,458 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,207 | $2,207 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 21% of child development bachelor's degrees went to men and 79% went to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Duke University with a bachelor's in child development.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 24 |
| Black or African American | 13 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19 |
| White | 67 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 10 |
| Other Races | 18 |
Online degrees for the Duke child development bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Duke Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the child development majors at Duke University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Psychology | 22 |
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