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Paying for Duke

The sticker price is rarely what families pay. Here is what Duke actually costs after aid, broken down by income, with the real numbers and a calculator for your situation.

Estimate your cost

An estimate from published averages, not an offer. Always run Duke's official net price calculator and file the FAFSA/CSS Profile for your real number.

Average net price by family income

Under $30k$3,500/yr after aid
$30 to 48k$5,000/yr after aid
$48 to 75k$15,000/yr after aid
$75 to 110k$32,000/yr after aid
$110k+$60,000/yr after aid

The full cost

Sticker (cost of attendance)$89,350
Tuition & fees$63,630
Room & board$21,034
Average net price$24,500
Students on aid52%
Financial needMeets 100% of demonstrated need
International studentsOffers need-based aid to international students

Duke cost & aid FAQ

How much does Duke cost after financial aid?

The average family pays about $24,500 per year at Duke after grants and scholarships, against a sticker price of $89,350. Use the calculator to estimate your own net price by family income.

What does Duke cost by family income?

At Duke, the average total net price (tuition, room, board and fees, after aid) is about $3,500 per year for families earning under $30,000 and about $60,000 for families earning over $110,000. Net price rises with income because most aid is need-based.

Does Duke give financial aid to international students?

Offers need-based aid to international students. International applicants should confirm aid policies directly with Duke's financial aid office.

Does Duke meet full financial need?

Meets 100% of demonstrated need. Meeting need means the school aims to cover the gap between its cost and what your family can pay, as determined by the FAFSA and CSS Profile.

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