Duke University Social Studies Programs

For 2026-27, Duke's Graduate School tuition is US$34,940 (INR 33.37 lakh) per semester. Annual undergraduate tuition at Trinity College and the Pratt School of Engineering is US$73,740 (INR 70.43 lakh).

Duke University estimates graduate student living expenses in Durham at around US$2,810 (INR 2.68 lakh) per month. On-campus housing refers to Duke-managed accommodation, while off-campus housing covers privately rented accommodation in Durham. Undergraduate students generally begin with Duke residence halls, with first-year housing included in the university billing structure.

• Graduate School first-year tuition and fees can reach US$75,814 (INR 72.41 lakh) before living expenses.
• The F-1 student visa fee is US$185 (INR 17,669), while the SEVIS I-901 fee is US$350 (INR 33,428).
• Duke Engineering master's applicants pay a US$105 (INR 10,029) application fee.

For MS Computer Science, the estimated first academic year can reach US$102,315 (INR 97.72 lakh) before extending the housing period beyond the academic year. A 12-month Durham lease can raise the total to around US$110,069 (INR 1.05 crore). Fall 2027 costs should be recalculated once Duke publishes the next official fee schedule.

INR conversions use 1 USD = INR 95.51, provided live rate dated 14 September 2026.

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Duke University Tuition Fees by Programme

Duke PG tuition starts at $34,940 (INR 33.37 Lakhs) per semester, but the fee structure changes by school. Master of Science (MS) rows follow the Graduate School rule. Master of Engineering (MEng) and Master of Engineering Management (MEM) rows follow Pratt professional tuition.

Duke Postgraduate Fees

The table shows the total programme tuition, calculated using the applicable annual or per-semester tuition rate and the programme duration.

• Fuqua MBA tuition is based on the separately published annual tuition rate from Duke Fuqua.
• For 2026-27, Duke's standard graduate tuition is US$34,940 per semester, with the total varying according to the number of semesters required for each programme.
• The Fuqua MBA follows its own separately published annual tuition schedule.

Duke Undergraduate Fees

Duke’s official 2026–27 tuition schedule lists US$36,870 (INR 35.26 lakh) per semester, equivalent to US$73,740 (INR 70.49 lakh) per academic year for students in Trinity College and the Pratt School of Engineering.

Cost of Living in Durham for Indian Students

Annual tuition plus living costs at Duke land between USD 81,000 and 96,000 (INR 77.57 to 91.93 lakh) for a master’s student.

• Fuqua MBA candidates budget higher because programme tuition alone crosses USD 81,000 per year.
• Duke publishes an annual cost-of-attendance component for living.
• Actual monthly outlay depends on housing choice and meal plan.

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Duke University Scholarships for Indian Students

Duke offers a mix of full financial support and programme-specific funding for international students, with awards ranging from full undergraduate costs to graduate tuition assistance and stipends.

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Duke University Tuition Deposit and Payment Options

Duke publishes a $1,000 (INR 95,510) non-refundable Pratt Engineering masters enrollment deposit for admitted students. Fuqua publishes MBA deposit deadlines in each round, but the public table does not show a fixed amount.

Source: Duke Pratt admitted students page, Duke Fuqua admissions dates, Duke Bursar payments.

Methods of payment:

• Flywire and Convera support international payments to Duke student accounts.
• A forex card or Duke payment provider can save 2-3% when the quoted spread is lower.
• Bank transfer is available, but bank charges may still apply outside Duke.
• Duke does not accept credit or debit cards for tuition balances.
• Nelnet payment plans split fall, spring, or summer term balances for enrolled students.
• Education-loan disbursement should reach the student account before the invoice due date.

Steps to pay the tuition fee for international students:

1. Accept the Duke offer through the admitted-student portal.
2. Pay the published deposit when the route requires one.
3. Receive Form I-20, the certificate used for an F-1 student visa.
4. Pay SEVIS I-901 and complete the F-1 student visa process.
5. Pay the term balance through Duke payment options.
6. Keep every payment receipt for the visa file and loan disbursement record.

Also read: USA Student Visa Requirements for Indian Students 

Hidden Costs of Studying at Duke University

At least $16,403 (INR 15.67 Lakhs) can be needed before arrival for a Duke Graduate School MS route. This minimum combines first-term living, health insurance and visa charges.

• Spring 2027 PG applicants need visa cash after October decisions, not after the semester begins.
• F-1 student visa processing fee is $185 (INR 17,669).
• SEVIS I-901 fee is $350 (INR 33,428) before the visa interview.
• Graduate books and supplies are $676 (INR 64,565) for the 9-month master's estimate.
• Duke charges a first-term transcript fee of $120 (INR 11,461).
• Undergraduate applicants pay an $85 (INR 8,118) application fee unless a waiver applies.

Fee Saving Strategies for Indian Students

The most urgent Fall 2027 saving lever is scholarship timing, because Robertson closes on 15 October 2026. Duke tuition is less flexible than housing, payment spreads and loan tax planning.

• Use the 9-month MS living plan if the lease truly ends after the academic year.
• Choose Duke buses before adding car insurance, fuel, and parking to the Durham budget.
• Use Flywire or Convera instead of a raw bank wire when rates beat the home bank quote.
• Claim Section 80E of the Income Tax Act for interest paid on an Indian education loan.
• Choose science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) programmes when the career plan needs 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT).
• Non-STEM F-1 graduates get 12 months of OPT under the current United States rule.

Cutting a 12-month MS living plan to 9 months saves $7,754 (INR 7.41 Lakhs). That saving is larger than Duke graduate mandatory fees without insurance.

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