Frequently Asked Questions

 

When do you accept applications?
Most programs accept applications for fall, spring and summer admission. However, the Nurse Anesthesia, Nursing Education, Adult Nurse Practitioner (online option only), Family Nurse Practitioner (online option only) and Geriatric Nurse Practitioner (online option only) admit students for spring study only. Students matriculate into the Accelerated BSN Program each fall and spring semester.

What programs are offered online?
Online options are available for the following programs: Clinical Research Management, Nursing and Healthcare Leadership, Nursing Informatics, Nursing Education, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner and Geriatric Nurse Practitioner.

What are your application deadlines?
Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis, with the following submission deadlines:

Does Duke require the GRE or MAT?
Students applying for enrollment must submit a GRE (Graduate Record Examination) score. Applicants for Post-masters study are not required to submit test scores unless they are applying for the merit scholarship. GRE scores should be sent directly to the Duke School of Nursing. Our GRE code is R5156. Please visit GRE Resources for additional information.

Our preferred score on the GRE is 1000 (combined Verbal & Quantitative) and a Writing Analysis score of 3.5.

Where should the information to support my application be sent?
All application materials should be sent directly to the Duke University School of Nursing at:

Graduate Applications
Duke University School of Nursing
Graduate Admissions Office
DUMC 3322
Durham, NC 27710

Accelerated BSN Applications
Duke University School of Nursing
Accelerated BSN Program
DUMC 3322
Durham, NC 27710

 

PhD Admissions
The application process for the PhD program is on-line at:
https://app.applyyourself.com/?id=dukegrad
For assistance or information please e-mail:
Revonda Huppert at NursingPhD@notes.duke.edu

 

Yes, click on this link to apply on-line

 

Is part-time study available?
Yes, part-time study is available (excluding the Nurse Anesthesia and Accelerated BSN Programs). In most cases, students may work directly with their advisor to develop a course plan that is individually tailored to personal needs.

How often will I have classes?
Most on-campus graduate courses are taught one day a week. Students are generally able to group their courses so that they are on campus 2 days a week, which allows students to continue to work while attending school.

How many years of nursing experience must I have before applying to Duke's graduate programs?
It is recommended, but not required, that applicants have one year of nursing experience before applying. Applicants to the Nurse Anesthesia Program are required to have at least one year of acute care RN experience. All Neonatal Nurse Practitioner applicants need two years of clinical experience before starting clinical courses.

Is financial aid available?
Yes, more than 80% of our students receive financial aid, which may include merit or need-based scholarships, and low-interest loans. We offer one-on-one counseling and personal assistance with the entire financial aid process. Tuition assistance is available to Duke nurses with one or more years of service. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid at 877.415.3853 or son_finaid@mc.duke.edu for more information.

What's my next step?
We invite you to contact the Office of Admissions and Student Services toll-free at 877.415.3853 or via email at SONAdmissions@mc.duke.edu to obtain more information, arrange a personal visit to the school.