Reviewing the admissions stats at Duke University can help you determine your likelihood of acceptance. Take a look at the SAT and ACT scores of previous applicants to help you understand your chances of being accepted. If you find your scores are lower than the average freshman, try retaking the exam to better your score or reviewing colleges looking for scores matching your own.
Selectivity (Fall 2021): Are You the Right Type of Student For This College?
Open Admissions
No
Selectivity of College
More Selective
Acceptance Rate
6%
Acceptance and Enrollment Stats (Fall 2021)
Applicant Total
49,703
Accepted
2,927
Enrolled
1,744
Who’s Applying: Applicants by Gender
Applicants: Men - Women 46 to 54
Accepted: Men - Women 45 to 55
Enrolled: Men - Women 45 to 55
Average Test Scores
About 47% of students accepted to Duke submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 725 and 765. Math scores were between 743 and 793.
SAT Reading and Writing Scores for Duke University ( 725 to 765 )
SAT Math Scores for Duke University ( 743 to 793 )
Duke received ACT scores from 46% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 33 and 35.
ACT Composite Scores for Duke University ( 33 to 35 )
Additional Question to Ask
A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?
by our College Data Analytics Team