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What is the difference between Regular Decision and Early Decision?

Most applicants apply to Duke through Regular Decision, which gives them time well into their last year of secondary school to think about the colleges that interest them most. Regular Decision applicants can apply to more than one college and can wait until the spring to make a commitment to the college of their choice.

Around 10 percent of our applicants apply through Early Decision, because they've determined that Duke is their clear first choice of colleges and they commit to enroll at Duke if they are admitted in December. They are comfortable making this commitment well before the end of their lastyear of secondary school.

For more information on the two decision plans, click here.

Duke's Top Ten Questions

Duke's Top Ten Most Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I add my name to the mailing list?
2. Does Duke offer information sessions and campus tours? Do I need a reservation to attend them?
3. What are the majors that Duke offers?
4. Would it be possible to schedule an interview or meeting with an admissions officer while on campus?
5. What is Duke's SAT and ACT policy? What is Duke's average/minimum SAT or ACT score?
6. What is the cost of tuition at Duke? Is there a difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition?
7. How can I apply to Duke? Does Duke prefer a certain type of application?
8. What is the difference between Regular Decision and Early Decision?
9. Where can I find information about Duke's Pre-Med, Pre-Law or Pre-Business programs?
10. How can I be sure the Admissions Office received my entire application?