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Applying for Admission

1. Does Duke accept AP and/or IB credit? Can I receive credit for international classes?
2. How does Duke evaluate its applicants?
3. What do I need to get into Duke? What is the profile of an accepted Duke student?
4. What is a legacy student? Does Duke consider legacy in the application process?
5. What is demonstrated interest? Does Duke take demonstrated interest into account?
6. What is Duke's policy on recommendations? Who can I get to write my recommendations?
7. What kind of diversity does Duke offer?
8. How can I download the application forms?
9. When will I be contacted for an alumni interview?
10. May I still apply for first-year admission to Duke if I have been out of high school for several years?
11. Will I receive credit for community college courses I've taken through my high school's dual enrollment curriculum?
12. When will I receive notification of my admissions decision?
13. How can I be sure the Admissions Office received both my teacher recommendations?
14. After I submit my application, how do I notify the Admissions Office if I have updated or additional information?
15. Where can I find Duke's Student Supplement (Form A)?
16. I am applying on-line. What if I don't have enough room on the on-line supplement for my short answer questions?
17. What is the latest date I can take the SAT or ACT?
18. What is an access code?
19. What is the average GPA of accepted students? Does Duke recalculate GPAs?
20. Would it be possible to schedule an interview or meeting with an admissions officer while on campus?
21. What is Duke's SAT and ACT policy? What is Duke's average/minimum SAT or ACT score?
22. How can I apply to Duke? Does Duke prefer a certain type of application?
23. How can I be sure the Admissions Office received my entire application?