Entry Requirements
- High academic credentials and passion for learning
- Strong English language competency
- Strong interest in Duke Kunshan's innovative, integrated and interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum
- An 'adventurous' spirit and creative thinking orientation
- A demonstrated desire to have an impact and succeed in life
- Excited at the unique leadership opportunity being a member of the inaugural class provides
The Duke Kunshan Admissions team takes a holistic approach when reviewing applications. This means that all application requirements are taken into consideration, ensuring the most suitable candidates are admitted on the strength of their application as a whole. International students may submit SAT, ACT or equivalent test scores. Applicants who have not taken standardized international tests can submit other independently administered national examinations to be considered in the overall context of their application. All applications for Duke Kunshan University are done using the Common Application.
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Special Requirements
Pay Deposit Before Getting Admission Letter: Required, and You Will Need to Pay 2,000 RMB
You will need to pay 2,000 RMB as a deposit to the university before you can get admission letter, and usually it will be used as part of the tuition fee.
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Program Highlights
Interdisciplinary Majors:
More new majors are expected to be available by 2020, when the first cohort of students will declare their majors. Some of these majors include:
-Cultures and Movements/Sociology
-Cultures and Movements/Cultural Anthropology
-Data Science
-Ethics and Leadership/Philosophy
-Ethics and Leadership/Religious Studies
-Global Cultural Studies/Literature
-Institutions and Governance/Economics
-Media and Arts/Creative Practice
-Media and Arts/History
-Political Economy/Economics
-US Studies/History
-US Studies/Literature
Each major is an extended study of one academic area and includes a broad range of interdisciplinary courses and a distinct set of disciplinary courses, complemented by elective courses from other areas.
Tuition and Scholarship
- Undergraduate tuition for international students at Duke Kunshan University tied to tuition costs at Duke University. For reference only, the tuition fee for Duke University in 2017-18 is US$51,720, (All fees and rates provided at this time are estimates.)
- Duke Kunshan University is committed to enrolling a highly talented and diverse student body. All applicants will automatically be considered for merit-based scholarships. In addition, need-based scholarships are available to students meeting certain criteria. Scholarship amounts will vary up to and including a full tuition waiver.
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Program Description
- All graduates earn a Duke University degree and a Duke Kunshan University degree.
- Students have the opportunity to study and live on two campuses: Kunshan, China and Durham, US.
- Students take both electives and core courses to explore their interests, with most students choosing a major at the end of their second year.
- Modern and experiential curriculum designed by Duke University faculty challenges students to develop as critical thinkers and to learn through experience.
- Highly experienced international faculty that are deeply involved in university activities and eager to engage with students both in and out of the classroom.
- Modified course schedule to ensure all students have Friday free, allowing time for field trips dub activities, community engagement and internships.
- Small class sizes enable more engagement with faculty, both in and out of the classroom.
- Excellent career services to help prepare students to embark on their career path by providing career development counseling, job search training, corporate visits and networking events.
- Academic advising that ensures students are on the right path to pursue further studies.
- Language programs: All international students are required to take Chinese language courses for the first two years of study, and have the option to continue with more advanced courses afterwards. All language classes are small, making the learning environment very efficient and intuitive.
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Entry Requirements
- High academic credentials and passion for learning
- Strong English language competency
- Strong interest in Duke Kunshan's innovative, integrated and interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum
- An 'adventurous' spirit and creative thinking orientation
- A demonstrated desire to have an impact and succeed in life
- Excited at the unique leadership opportunity being a member of the inaugural class provides
The Duke Kunshan Admissions team takes a holistic approach when reviewing applications. This means that all application requirements are taken into consideration, ensuring the most suitable candidates are admitted on the strength of their application as a whole. International students may submit SAT, ACT or equivalent test scores. Applicants who have not taken standardized international tests can submit other independently administered national examinations to be considered in the overall context of their application. All applications for Duke Kunshan University are done using the Common Application.
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Fee Structure
Tuition Fee Bachelor RMB 389,170 per year
RMB 1,556,680 in total (About $ 317,690)Accommodation Fee International Students Dormitory Double Room RMB 7,500 (More Details) Single Room RMB 9,500 (More Details) Other Fees Service Fee USD 54 Living Expense RMB 1,500 to RMB 2,000 - Application Materials
"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.
1. Passport-sized photo
A passport-sized photo taken recently of the applicant.
2. Photocopy of valid passport
With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included
*3. High school transcripts
*4. Counselor Recommendation
*5. Personal Essays
DKU-specific essay prompts:
“Why do you think Duke Kunshan University is a good match for you? And what special qualities do you feel you could bring to Duke Kunshan University?” (Required)
“Is there anything else you would like the Admissions Committee to know about you?” (Optional)*6. SAT, ACT or equivalent.
International students may submit SAT, ACT or equivalent test scores.Applicants who have not taken standardized international tests can submit other independently administered national examinations to be considered.
*7. Teacher Evaluations
*8. School Report
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For applicants who are in China: If you are an employee, you still need to provide employment separation certificate and your current residence permit. If you are a student, you need to provide transfer certificate, leaving certificate, certificate of attendance rate issued by previous school and your current residence permit. - How to Apply
- It only takes you minutes to apply through CUCAS!
- 1. Click “Apply Now” button on the right side of the page.
- 2. Fill in online application form. (About 10 minutes)
- 3. Upload required documents. (About 5 minutes)
- 4. Pay the application fee and CUCAS service fee (CUCAS is authorized to collect on the university’s behalf). (About 5 minutes)
- 5. Click “Submit” button.
- Important notice: You need to create a CUCAS account before applying. Account name needs to be a valid email, which will be used to receive CUCAS notice about your application process.
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Change Log
- • The tuition fee has been updated to 389170 RMB August 26, 2021
- • The application deadline has been updated to January 4, 2022 August 26, 2021
- • The service fee has been updated to 50 USD December 31, 2020
- • The service fee has been updated to 100 USD March 4, 2020
Basic Information
·Starting Date : | Aug 15 , 2025 | |
·Duration: | 4 Years |
Teaching Language : | English |
Application Deadline: | Jan 4 , 2025 |
Tuition : | RMB 389,170 Per Year |
Application Fee: | USD 0 (Check Policy) |
Service Fee: | USD 54 (Check Policy) |
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