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Campus Tours Led by a student tour guide, our outdoor walking tours allow you to see campus highlights, ask questions, and hear why we love our vibrant community. In the event of severe weather or campus closures, tours could be canceled or delayed. 90 minutes; Reservations required. We do not have a waitlist.  Information Session + Campus Tour This two-part event introduces you to the Duke experience. Led by an admissions officer, our 30-minute information session includes an overview of our academic opportunities and student life. You'll also have a chance to ask questions and hear why we love our vibrant community. A 90-minute, student-led campus walking tour will follow.  Reservations required. Engineering Tours Student-led tours of Duke's Pratt School of Engineering are available Monday-Friday. Tours depart from the Nello L. Teer Engineering Building. Reservations required. Self-Guided Walking Tour  When campus tours are full or if you plan to visit campus on your own, we encourage you to take a self-guided walking tour of Duke University's campus. Download the  Duke Admissions Tour  app, which is available for  iPhone  and  Android  users. You may also stop by the Undergraduate Admissions Office to pick up a campus ma p from our outside information box and explore campus at your own pace. Large groups are also encouraged to use the mobile tour app. Duke Kunshan Admissions Visits Those wishing to learn more about Duke's joint-venture university in China may request an add-on visit to the DKU Admissions House while at Duke or attend one of DKU's weekly information sessions .  You can stay updated on the latest policies on Duke's  visitor page Holidays + Breaks Last Day of Classes:  April 24 Reading Period:  April 25 - 28 Final Exams:  April 29 - May 4 Commencement:  May 10 - 12 Memorial Day:  May 27 Juneteenth: June 19 Independence Day:  July 4 Labor Day:  September 2 Thanksgiving Holiday:  November 28 - 29 Christmas Holiday:  December 24 - 25 New Year's Eve:  December 31 Please click the event title located next to the pink box to register.

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Not seeing Duke in person doesn’t mean you can’t experience everything that makes Duke an amazing place to learn, explore, live, and connect. We hope you’ll join us for some or all of our virtual programs. Recording of any Undergraduate Admissions session is prohibited. The University owns the copyright to infor mational materials prepared by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.  

•    Admission and Financial Aid at Duke:  April 23 & May 23 •   Blue Devil Student Chat:  April 15 •   Information Session:  May 7 •   Pratt Tour:  April 2 - April 16; offered Tuesdays

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Visiting Duke University: A Perfect Day Trip

By: Author Kim

Posted on March 10, 2023

A day trip to visit Duke University’s campus in Durham, NC is a budget-friendly way to enjoy stunning architecture and historical sites that are iconic in North Carolina.

When we were planning a visit to Duke University’s gardens, we had so many questions about visiting the campus as a guest. Could you visit Duke without being a student? Was there any place to eat on campus as a visitor? Was everything on campus within walking distance or would we need to keep changing our parking spaces?

Here are all the answers to planning a campus visit to Duke University, whether as a prospective student or a curious visitor.

Table of Contents

Helpful Tips for Planning a Visit

Keep these helpful tips in mind when planning your itinerary:

• Most of the things to do on this list are free admission, except for the lemur encounter and dining.
• Parking is not free on the campus. You will need to pay metered parking.
• Always check the Duke University website for information about game days or special events, such as graduation, that could impact operating hours of any of these things to do.

Can I Walk Around Duke University Campus?

Yes, you can walk around Duke University as a visitor. The public is allowed to visit Duke at any time of the year.

How Long Does It Take to Walk Around Campus?

There is a lot to do at Duke University as a visitor, but you can probably do it all within 3-4 hours.

If you take a guided tour or enjoy the lemur experience (yes, lemurs!), then you will need to allow more time.

Visiting Duke University is the perfect half-day trip from Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill or Greensboro.

How to Get Around on Campus

While Duke University has a sprawling campus, with two separate areas known as West Campus and East Campus, it does not take long to walk among the points of interest for guests.

Everything that you would want to see as a visitor to Duke’s campus is within a very walkable area.

If you have no mobility issues, we suggest parking in one spot and walking to each destination.

For those unable to walk distances, there is parking located near all of the points of interest.

The Duke University public transportation is also available to visitors, as well. These are buses that transport students across campus, and are available for the public, too.

Visitor Center

You can start your day at Duke University at the Karsh Alumni and Visitor Center . The relatively new welcome center was opened in 2019.

The stunning building has architectural details that mimic the rest of the distinctive architecture you will find on campus.

This is where you will meet for guided tours.

Anyone can join a Duke University tour. While the emphasis on the tour will be about academics and lean more towards prospective students, everyone is welcome to sign up. The tours are 1 hour and 15 minutes long.

Duke University tours book up well in advance! If you are planning a visit, be sure to sign up for your tour and reserve a spot beforehand. You can always ask at the Visitor Center if there are any openings for the day if you are a last minute visitor, though.

If you would like a map, a sticker saying that you visited Duke or to ask questions about the campus, this is where to go.

Inside are some tables and chairs, a charging station, a very small snack area for purchasing snacks, and an 8-foot touchscreen wall display where you can learn more about Duke’s notable alumni, history and athletics.

Quite honestly, I found that visiting the Visitor Center was a waste of time and parking fees. While the structure is nice, so are a lot of other buildings on campus. We were hoping for something more, maybe a small museum of artifacts or memorabilia, historical photos….something. What we walked away saying was that the building looks like it was built more for a function space and happens to have some maps and an interactive wall.

Duke Chapel

Can you go inside the Duke Chapel? Yes, you can, and you are encouraged to do so!

Visiting the Duke Chapel was the highlight of our campus tour. If possible, you really must spend some time exploring the interior of this iconic building at the University.

The exterior of the Neo-Gothic-inspired chapel reminds us of historic chapels we have visited throughout Europe. (And we’ve been to a LOT of chapels in Europe!)

Inside, you will be dwarfed by the soaring ceilings and two levels of 77 vibrant stained glass windows telling the stories of the Bible.

There are two organs inside the chapel. A special treat is to visit the chapel while there is an organ rehearsal or recital. You can find an event schedule online, or ask the docent sitting at the desk to the right when you walk in when there is expected to be organ music.

When we went, we happened to start talking to a docent that gave us an impromptu tour that was fascinating. While looking at the chapel from the inside is stunning, the history and unusual facts that you learn during a guided tour make your visit even more memorable.

Such as the fact that the builder of the stained glass windows, who didn’t like doing stained glass for churches, signed his name in the Noah stained glass and was subsequently fired.

Be sure to pick up a map at the front of the chapel for a detailed guide on the windows and interesting facts.

The closest public parking is the Bryan Center Parking Garage.

Be sure to look at the events listing page online before visiting to make sure that the Duke Chapel is open for visitors.

In general, the Duke Chapel is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. University Worship is at 11 a.m. on Sundays, with Choral Evensong at 4 p.m. on Sundays.

The 50-bell Carillon plays at 5 p.m. on weekdays and before and after Sunday service.

Sarah P. Duke Gardens

The Sarah P. Duke Gardens is considered one of the best public gardens on the East coast. There are four distinct garden areas within the 55-acre gardens:

• Doris Duke Center and Gardens
• Historic Gardens
• H.L. Blomquist Garden of Native Plants
• W.L. Culberson Asiatic Arboretum

The gardens are open from 8 a.m. to dusk every day. Dog walking is only allowed before 10 a.m. and after 5 p.m.

Enjoy free admission to the gardens.

The paths are wheelchair and stroller friendly.

Restrooms are available in three areas of the gardens. The bathrooms at the W.L. Culberson Asiatic Arboretum are my favorite for their design style.

A cafe is available from Spring to November and serves lunch and ice cream.

Nasher Museum of Art

This contemporary art museum has a focus on works by artists of African descent. The artwork is bold and conversation-starting.

Enjoy free admission to the Nasher Museum of Art .

It is a very short walk from the Sarah P. Duke Gardens. Just go out the main entrance of the gardens, turn right and walk down the sidewalk to the traffic light. At the traffic light, cross the streets and the art museum is located to your right.

A cafe and small bookstore are inside the very modern and spacious building.

University Store

The main University Store is located at Bryan University Center, close to the Duke Chapel.

This two-story gift shop and bookstore has everything you might ever need with the Duke logo on it!

There is so much stuff to buy in this store. Be sure to look downstairs where you will find a Clearance section.

Duke Basketball Museum and Sports Hall of Fame

Located adjacent to the famed Cameron Indoor Stadium where the famed Duke men’s basketball program has games, the Duke Basketball Museum is a fun destination even if you don’t know much about the University’s sports.

We walked around and around this building before we finally found the door! Ha ha! So don’t look for a very celebrated entrance. In fact, we entered the building and wondered if we were supposed to be there.

Once inside, you will be mesmerized by the wealth of sports memorabilia and game videos playing.

You will enjoy display cases showcasing the highlights of the Duke University athletic system, with a big emphasis on the men’s basketball program and Coach Krzyzewski.

The Museum is open from Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m .with free admission.

On football game days, the hours are different, so be sure to check the website.

Duke Lemur Center

Surprisingly, the largest collection of lemurs outside of Madagascar is found at Duke University! Strange, but true.

The non-invasive research center conducts research and conservation initiatives.

Visitors can explore the Duke Lemur Center, but only with an advance reservation. Visits can only be conducted in warm weather, which means tours are generally available from late Spring to October.

Where to Eat

There are a variety of places to eat on the Duke University campus. There are also a lot of great places just a 10 minute ride off of campus, too.

Below are some of our favorite choices for where to eat at Duke University.

Terrace Cafe

Enjoy a lovely meal while strolling the Sarah P. Duke Gardens when you have lunch at the Terrace Cafe .

This cafe features menu items from The Picnic Basket catering, including sandwiches, salads and gluten-free items.

Terrace Cafe is closed from mid-November to sometime in early Spring. During our visit in early March, the weather was beautiful but the cafe hadn’t opened yet. Be sure to check Duke University dining website for details on hours if you are visiting in the off-season.

Nasher Museum of Art Cafe

Fresh and local-ingredients salads, sandwiches and shareables can be found on the menu here. Items such as Lemon Linguine, Cobb salad and Braise Short Rib are among the popular dishes. You can enjoy beer, wine or cocktails, as well.

Enjoy a lovely meal on the outside patio at the art museum. There are 125-seats both indoors and outdoors which overlooks the garden and the Claes Oldenburg and Coos van Brugge “Corridor Pin” sculpture.

We suggest dining outside if the weather is nice because the indoor dining can get quite noisy.

The cafe is open very limited hours for lunch and brunch, so be sure to check their website . Dinner is only served on Thursday nights. The cafe is closed on Mondays.

You can make a reservation through OpenTable for the cafe.

Bryan University Center

You can find quick-service food at the Bryan University Center where the University Bookstore is.

Fairview Dining Room or Bull Durham Bar

Located at the Washington Duke Inn and Golf Club on campus, the popular Fairview Dining Room is a four diamond, four-star restaurant. Afternoon Tea is served at the Inn, or you could enjoy a lighter bite and cocktails in the Bull Durham Bar.

You will need to pay to park wherever you go. Parking is $2 per hour.

There is convenient parking at the Sarah Duke Gardens in two different sections. There is an overflow parking lot just a short walk from the main entrance, as well.

Nasher Art Museum has their own parking lot.

The Visitor Center has parking in front of the building. Apparently the dirt parking lot across from the building offers free parking to guests (according to the student representative that we spoke to at the Visitor Center), however we saw that the parking lot had a Green Zone Permit sign. So I’m not sure about that.

If you park at the Bryan Center Parking Garage, it is right near the bookstore, which is just behind the chapel.

Where to Stay When Visiting Duke University

If you are staying overnight while doing a campus tour, there are plenty of places to stay close to the University campus.

For big spenders and those that want a luxurious overnight stay, there are two hotels on campus located in the same area across from each other.

• JB Duke Hotel is located on campus and offers complimentary transportation to Duke University Medical Center. You will find a restaurant and bar at the contemporary hotel, with free parking in the Science Drive Garage.
• Washington Duke Inn and Golf Club is definitely more luxurious and elegant. It is also a mile from the Duke University Medical Center, with complimentary transportation included. This is where you will find the famed Fairview Dining Room, the Bull Durham Bar and can enjoy afternoon high tea. As well as the 18-hole Duke University Golf Club.

Need something a little less pricey?

There are plenty of hotel brands located 10 minutes or less from the campus. Including many different Hilton and Marriott properties.

A Best Western located near campus was the least expensive lodging we found.

We stayed at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Durham/Chapel Hill just a 12 minute drive from the Sarah P. Duke Gardens. This location was in between a Comfort Inn and a Staybridge Suites, with a Springhill Suites and a Home2 Suites by Hilton very close by.

There was a free breakfast and a manager’s reception at night with enough food to make a light dinner. This was included in the price.

The location is surrounded by plenty of restaurants and shopping. You can easily walk to the restaurants.

A day trip to Duke University is a wonderful way to spend the day and learn more about one of the most famous educational institutions in North Carolina. Even if you root for the Tar Heels, you have got to admit that visiting Duke University’s campus offers a fun array of destinations to enjoy and explore.

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Planning a trip back to campus? Duke Alumni can help with logistics like parking and getting around campus, and we can also suggest events, tours and opportunities that will help you get the most from your trip. Whether you're revisiting old haunts or discovering Duke anew, let us be your guide. 

A lot is changing on campus — with new buildings and inviting common spaces that are making Duke an even better place. Start your campus tour with a short video about some of the new spots you don't want to miss.

Getting Started

• Find parking
• View a campus map
• Get your Duke gear
• Where to eat on campus
• See what's happening on campus

Visit Favorite Campus Spots

• Duke Chapel
• Duke Gardens
• Duke Athletics Museum and Hall of Fame
• Nasher Museum
• Duke Lemur Center
• Duke Smart Home
• Rubenstein Library

• Duke Preferred On-Campus Hotels
• Other Accommodations
• Take a city tour
• See what's happening around town
• Where to eat: Durham's food scene

Home Screen

Welcome to Duke University! This app offers self-guided tour and campus information for prospective students and their families to discover Duke. To begin your visit, select from the tour options below or select "How To" in the bottom left to learn about the features of this app.

We host a number of virtual opportunities for prospective students and families to learn more about Duke. Please click the "Visitor Info" link below to learn more.

Enjoy your visit!

Duke Undergraduate Admissions

• Visitor Info
• Social Media

Campus Tours

We’d visit you, if we could.

If Duke Engineering were a truck, you’d want to take it for a test drive. You’d want to see it for yourself, so you could kick the tires and make sure you felt right driving it.

You’re invited to visit us and do just that (but no kicking, please).

You’re Invited to Duke

Prospective undergraduates, prospective master’s & phd students, directions & more, prospective undergraduate students.

Looking for the Duke Undergraduate Tour?

Engineering Tours

Our one-hour walking tours see our tool-filled maker spaces, modern laboratories and landscaped quad. Don’t worry, you won’t miss a thing. We’ve designed our schedule to complement the Duke Undergraduate Admissions campus tours.

Virtual Events

Not being here in person doesn’t mean you can’t experience what makes Duke an amazing place. Join us for a live, interactive online program.

Online Tour

Take a self-guided virtual tour anytime on Duke’s virtual tour website.

Prospective Graduate Students

Master’s students, phd students.

Directions to Campus and Duke Engineering

Duke University is located in Durham, North Carolina. The campus is a 20-minute drive from Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) airport. An Amtrak passenger train station and a Greyhound bus stop are located near downtown Durham. From there, it’s a 9-minute car-share ride to the center of campus.

The Pratt School of Engineering is headquartered in the Nello L. Teer Building . Lock your e-bike at the rack out front. Or, take the short walk from the Science Drive Circle transit stop . Visit parking.duke.edu for campus bus and visitor parking info.

Undergrad tours begin in the Teer lobby. While you wait, browse a copy of I/O Magazine .

If you’re visiting us on business, you’ll find the Office of the Vinik Dean of Engineering just one floor above in 305 Teer .

Discover Authentic Durham

Delve into a city where local essence shines. Relish in bolder flavors, encounter inspiring art, discover unique shops, sip on inventive drinks, and immerse yourself in captivating entertainment.

Meet the passionate people behind it all and see why Durham’s dedication to everything local makes it a must-visit destination.

Major-chain and independent lodgings are available in Durham and throughout our Research Triangle region.

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Visiting Duke & Durham

*  COVID-19 Update : All visitors must comply with Duke's  COVID-19 guidelines  while on campus, including social distancing and masking where required. Visitors are also expected to monitor their health, particularly the symptoms of COVID-19, and stay home when they exhibit any symptoms, feel ill, or may have been exposed to others and need to self-isolate. For more details, please visit the  Duke United webpage . Thank you for your support.

In addition to coming to Duke to spend time with your student, we encourage you to experience the many wonderful dining, retail, and historical attractions that Durham and the surrounding Triangle area have to offer.

Below you will find details on some of these great local activities, shops, and events, in addition to many area hotel and motel chains. For more information on how to experience the sights and sounds of Durham, also be sure to  visit Discover Durham’s website .

Duke is home to some of the South's best events, local places to eat and shop, concerts, and more. Here are some of our favorites...

9th Street 9th Street is known for its variety of restaurant offerings at reasonable prices that Duke students and Durham locals frequent and enjoy. From upscale bar food to the best brunch in the city, 9th Street is the place for anyone seeking to find great local food and shops.

American Tobacco Campus www.americantobaccohistoricdistrict.com 324 Blackwell St. The American Tobacco Campus features Durham Bulls Baseball, the Durham Performing Arts Center, Music On the Lawn outdoor concerts, art exhibits, restaurants and so much more. It is also a registered historic site with roots in the American Tobacco Factory established in the 1800s.

Brightleaf Square (off of East Campus) historicbrightleaf.com 905 West Main St. Brightleaf features an eclectic mix of restaurants and shops in the historic warehouse district of downtown Durham.

The Streets at Southpoint streetsatsouthpoint.com 6910 Fayetteville Rd. At Southpoint, shoppers can explore an exquisite two story, indoor and outdoor mall with a wide variety of stores, restaurants, and a movie theater.

Duke Performances dukeperformances.duke.edu Duke Performances hosts a wide variety of events and musical performances in many Duke and Durham community venues. Selections include classical and chamber music, jazz, pop, theater, dance, comedy shows, and more.

Duke Athletics goduke.com Check out one of Duke's many nationally recognized Divison 1 athletic teams! From Coach K's Men's Basketball team inside Cameron Indoor Stadium to Kerstin Kimel's Women's Lacrosse squad, Duke features award-winning scholar-athletes. To purchase tickets,  you can go online  or call the Duke Athletic Ticket Office at 1-877-375-DUKE (3853) toll-free or (919) 681-BLUE (2583). If you live locally, you may also visit the ticket office located in the south lobby of Cameron Indoor Stadium. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more upcoming events,  visit the Events@Duke calendar . The site offers a comprehensive listing of Duke events, including lectures, conferences, performing arts, exhibitions, cultural activities and more. Users can search by date, event category, or organization/group, and can download event details to most personal calendar clients.

Durham Performing Arts Center dpacnc.com 123 Vivian St. The Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC) is the largest performing arts center in both North Carolina and South Carolina. From Broadway to concerts, comedy to family shows...there’s something for everyone at DPAC.

Nasher Museum of Art nasher.duke.edu 2001 Campus Dr. The Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University serves as the center for the visual arts on campus. The museum promotes engagement with the visual arts among a broad community including Duke students, faculty, and staff, the greater Durham community, the Triangle region, and the national and international art community. The museum presents an ambitious schedule of exhibitions that travel to major institutions around the world, and has a growing collection of international contemporary art.

Duke Gardens gardens.duke.edu 420 Anderson St. Enjoy the natural beauty of campus with a visit to Duke Gardens. This 55-acre botanic garden is one of the top 10 public gardens in the United States. The grounds are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk 365 days a year.

We'd love to have you on campus! But, when visiting your student on campus, it’s important to keep in mind that Duke has become, on many levels, home. Students have a degree of autonomy and range of relationships that were not part of their lives before arriving on campus. It’s important to allow your student to develop relationships, decision-making skills, and techniques for organization and time management. It’s okay to offer suggestions, but it’s also important to allow your student to experience the challenges and growth opportunities that college provides.

To help plan your visit, here are a few more helpful resources:

• Campus Maps:  https://maps.duke.edu
• Visitor Parking:  https://parking.duke.edu/visitor
• Campus Tours and Information Sessions:  https://admissions.duke.edu/setting/plantrip
• Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU):  http://rdu.com

Please note that as of July 1, 2020, Duke is a tobacco-free campus. We ask that you support our efforts and don't use any tobacco products anywhere on campus, including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapes, and chewing tobacco. For more info:  https://healthy.duke.edu/tobaccofree/ .

Here are some addresses for key university landmarks:

Bryan Center Visitor Parking Garage: 120 Science Drive Durham, NC 27708

Duke University Chapel (West Campus): 401 Chapel Drive Durham, NC 27708

East Campus Union (Marketplace): 1324 Campus Drive Durham, NC 27708

For your convenience, we have compiled a list below of the many major hotel and motel chains represented in the Durham and Triangle area.

*JB Duke Hotel (919) 660.6400 230 Science Drive www.jbdukehotel.com On Campus

*Washington Duke Inn (919) 490.0999 3001 Cameron Boulevard (NC 751/Cameron) www.washingtondukeinn.com Distance from East Campus: 1.3 miles Across the Street from West Campus 

*The Lodge at Duke Medical Center (919) 313.2165 2306 Elba Street https://www.lodgeatdumc.com/ Distance from Campus: 0.7 miles

Aloft (919) 402.5656 345 Blackwell Street  http://www.aloftdurhamdowntown.com/ Distance from Campus: 2.4 miles 

The Durham Hotel (919) 768.8830 315 E. Chapel Hill Street thedurham.com Distance from Campus: 1.7 miles

University Inn (919) 286.4421 502 Elf Street www.universityinnduke.com Distance from Campus: 0.7 miles

21C Museum Hotel (919) 956.6700 111 North Corcoran Street http://www.21cmuseumhotels.com/durham/ Distance from Campus: 1 mile

Residence Inn Marriott (919) 680.4440 1108 West Main Street  www.marriott.com Distance from Campus: 1.3 miles (100 yards from East Campus)

Millennium Hotel (919) 383.8575 2800 Campus Walk Avenue www.millenniumhotels.com Distance from Campus: 1.3 miles

Durham Marriott at The Civic Center 1.(800) 909.8375 201 Foster Street http://marriott.com/hotels/travel/rducv-durham-marriott-at-the-civic-center/ Distance from Campus: 1.8 miles

Unscripted Hotel 1.(800) 909.8375 202 N. Corcoran Street https://www.unscriptedhotels.com   Distance from Campus: 1.8 miles

Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown (919) 309.1500 1815 Front Street marriott.com/hotels/travel/rdufs-courtyard-durham-near-duke-university-downtown/ Distance from Campus: 2.8 miles

Extended Stay America (919) 489.8444 3105 Tower Boulevard www.extendedstayhotels.com  Distance from Campus: 2.9 miles

LaQuinta Inns & Suites (919) 401.9660 4414 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd www.laquintadurhamchapelhill.com/ Distance from Campus: 3.7 miles

Quality Inn & Suites (919) 382.3388 3710 Hillsborough Road www.duke85.com Distance from Campus: 4.0 miles

Durham Hilton (919) 383.8033 3800 Hillsborough Road www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/north.../hilton-durham-near.../index.html Distance from Campus: 4.1 miles

Home2 Suites by Hilton Durham/Chapel Hill (919) 680.9000 3305 Watkins Road https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rduhtht-home2-suites-durham-chapel-hill/ Distance from Campus: 4.9 miles  * Complimentary shuttle services to/from Duke *Ask for "Duke University" rate

Homewood Suites by Hilton Durham/Chapel Hill (919) 401.0610 3600 Mt. Moriah Road https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rduhwhw-homewood-suites-durham-chapel-hill-i-40/ Distance from Campus: 5.2 miles  * Complimentary shuttle services to/from Duke *Ask for "Duke University" rate

Holiday Inn Express (919) 313.3244 2516 Guess Road www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/durham/rduhm/hoteldetail Distance from Campus: 5.2 miles

Hampton Inn (919) 471.6100 1542 North Gregson Street http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/north-carolina/hampton-inn-and-suites-durham-north-i-85-RDUNOHX/index.html Distance from Campus: 6.8 miles

Residence Inn Durham Research Triangle Park (919) 361.1266 201 Residence Inn Blvd. http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/rdudr-residence-inn-durham-research-triangle-park/ Distance from Campus: 8.6 miles

Sonesta Select Durham Research Triangle Park (919) 484.2900 301 Residence Inn Blvd https://www.sonesta.com/us/north-carolina/durham/sonesta-select-durham-research-triangle-park Distance from Campus: 8.9 miles

Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint (919) 544.6000 7007 Fayetteville Road www.durhamsouthpoint.stayhgi.com Distance from Campus: 9.3 miles

Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Durham Research Triangle Park (919) 941.6066 4620 South Miami Blvd. hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/north-carolina/hilton-garden-inn-raleigh-durham-research-triangle-park-RDUGIGI/index.html Distance from Campus: 10.5 miles

SpringHill Suites Durham Chapel Hill

5310 McFarland Dr.

Durham, NC 27707

919-403-1111

www.marriott.com/rdurl                    

(Here is also the link for Duke University Discounted Rate)

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott

RDU Airport | Brier Creek

10040 Sellona St. Raleigh, NC  27617

919-246-0107

www.marriott.com/rdube

Hyatt House® Raleigh/RDU/Brier Creek

10030 Sellona Street Raleigh, NC 27617

919-405-7001 

www.HyattHouseBrierCreek.com

Westin Raleigh-Durham Airport

3931 Macaw St, Raleigh, NC 27617

919-224-1400

www.marriott.com/rduwr

Bed & Breakfasts in Durham

Duke is lucky to have many local Bed & Breakfast options for visitors to campus. If interested, learn more about the various options available at the  innsofdurham.com  and  bedandbreakfast.com . 

Chapel Hill

Sheraton Chapel Hill (919) 968.4900 1 Europa Drive http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1124 Distance from Campus: 7.6 miles

Aloft Chapel Hill (919) 932.7772 1001 South Hamilton Road https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/rducl-aloft-chapel-hill/rooms/ Distance from Campus: 7.2 miles

Residence Inn by Marriott (919) 933.4848 101 Erwin Road www.residenceinnchapelhill.com Distance from Campus: 8.5 miles

The Siena Hotel 1-800-223.7379 1505 East Franklin Street www.sienahotel.com/ Distance from Campus: 8.8 miles

Raleigh-Cary

The Umstead Hotel and Spa (919) 447.4000 100 Woodland Pond Drive www.theumstead.com Distance from Campus: 18.4 miles

Residence Inn Raleigh (919) 472.1005 www.marriott.com/rduac Distance from Campus: 12 miles

Courtyard Raleigh (919) 471.1000 www.marriott.com/rduab Distance from Campus: 12 miles

Visit The Graduate School

The Graduate School welcomes prospective students and guests to visit us in our offices, located on a quiet corner of Campus Drive on Duke’s West Campus. Our street address is 2127 Campus Drive, Durham, NC 27708 ( map ).

Built in 1931 for the family of Duke administrator Robert L. Flowers, our historic stone building later housed University Development offices before The Graduate School’s move in 2009. Our central location provides services for more than 80 graduate programs.

We encourage you to inquire about the admissions process, funding opportunities, and graduate family assistance during your visit. For specific department requirements or course offerings, we will direct you to the appropriate departmental staff for further assistance.

Office Hours

Graduate School offices are open for walk-in visitors 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. The front desk and main phone line (919-681-3257) are staffed during these hours. 

COVID Protocol for Visiting Graduate School Offices

Due to COVID, visitors to the Graduate School offices must follow all  Duke public-health regulations .

Meeting with TGS Staff Members

If you need to meet with a member of the  Graduate School staff , please first email that person and make an appointment. Our staff will set up either a virtual or in-person meeting, depending on need, preference, and schedule.

If you are not sure which staff member you need to meet with, you can contact our offices:

• Academic Affairs:  [email protected]
• Admission:  [email protected]
• Financial Aid:  [email protected]
• Student Affairs:  [email protected]

Visit Campus

Virtual tours.

• Duke campus virtual tour
• School of Medicine
• Nicholas School of the Environment
• Sanford School of Public Policy

IN-PERSON TOURS

The Graduate School does not offer campus tours at present, but our graduate departments will sometimes arrange tours for prospective students upon request. Please visit our  Programs and Degrees page  for departmental contact information.

Maps are available at our front desk, and you can also visit  maps.duke.edu . In addition to department-led tours, we recommend that you take a self-guided tour of East/West campus and surrounding academic quads. If your schedule permits, consider a visit to Sarah P. Duke Gardens (across the street from us) and lunch on Ninth Street.

Relive Your College Days: Plan an Adventure on a North Carolina Campus

Look beyond the classroom during these college visits to plan a vacation filled with stops at gardens, galleries, sporting events and restaurants.

Experience college in a brand-new way by rediscovering these North Carolina campuses that extend invites to all. Admire the dedication to education, commitment to beauty and enthusiasm for fun as you take a trip full of nostalgia.

Colleges you'll find in this article: Davidson College | Duke University | Elon University  |  North Carolina A&T NC Central University |  NC State University  | Shaw University |  UNC Chapel Hill UNC Charlotte  | UNC Greensboro |  Wake Forest University | Winston-Salem State University  

1 Davidson College

This small liberal arts school’s buildings are woven throughout town, offering numerous opportunities for inspiration. As a National Arboretum , the setting is perfect for paths that showcase more than 3,000 trees and shrubs. Along with Mother Nature’s works of art, sculptures by artists Magdalena Abakanowicz, Auguste Rodin and Yinka Shonibare are also admired all across campus. Three galleries with a full schedule of exhibitions can be found at the Visual Arts Center. Just up the road is The Farm at Davidson , which grows produce for the college’s dining services. To caffeinate like you're preparing for an all-nighter, swing by the original Summit Coffee on Main Street; the co-owners are Davidson alumni.

2 Duke University

Any visitor to Durham can find inspiration in the unique activities found on Duke’s campus. The Sarah P. Duke Gardens draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year thanks to 55 acres of Italian-style terrace gardens, a rose garden and a koi pond topped with water lilies. For a one-of-a-kind stop, book a tour at the Duke Lemur Center , a world leader in the study, care and protection of the endangered mammals. And for sports lovers, the Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed Duke University Golf Club is recognized as one of the Southeast's best, while the Duke Basketball Museum brings the storied program to life on a daily basis.

3 Elon University

A designated botanical garden, Elon’s 656-acre campus is a nature lover’s haven. Follow the campus tree map to find 125 trees along a 1.25-mile walk through campus, visit the community garden and schedule a tour of the school’s 15-acre solar farm, part of the Environmental Center at Loy Farm . Then head downtown to The Oak House for a beverage and a bite and check out some local shops, or grab a pastry to go and picnic at the nearby Beth Schmidt Park , which has beautiful walking trails, a playground and garden. Treat yourself to a cup or cone at Smitty’s Homemade Ice Cream before calling it a day. Staying the night? The Inn at Elon is the choice: All profits from the inn are dedicated to funding student scholarships.

4 North Carolina A&T

NC A&T is the nation’s largest HBCU. The university played a central role in the Civil Rights Movement when four students led a sit-in at Woolworth’s lunch counter in Greensboro in 1960, and the location now operates as the International Civil Rights Center & Museum . After the museum tour, head to the Dudley Building on campus to see the A&T Four Monument, which honors the freshmen who led the sit-in. Visit in fall and catch a football game to see the famous Blue and Gold Marching Machine, whose high-energy performances have been getting fans on their feet for years.

5 North Carolina Central University

The NCCU campus is included in the National Register of Historic Places for good reason – it’s been a key piece of Durham history for more than 100 years. As you walk among the historic buildings throughout campus, be sure to check out a newer addition, the Centennial Chapel and Garden, built in 2010 to celebrate the university’s centennial. It’s a great place to pull out picnic supplies from Durham Co-op Market before exploring more of downtown. Start with West Parrish Street, often referred to as Black Wall Street because of its role as a hub for Black-owned businesses and economic growth in the early 1900s. Then visit the Museum of Durham History or any of the History Groves – groupings of native trees planted to honor those who shaped the community. Speaking of community, the ties are strong at the Hayti Heritage Center , which hosts events, programs and festivals.

6 North Carolina State University

NC State is the ideal mix of city and rural life. On the Centennial Campus, Lake Raleigh Woods is designated a “hallowed place,” meaning its past helps forge the future of research and education. The 96-acre forest welcomes researchers as well as bird-watchers and those looking for a peaceful stroll. Down the road from main campus is the JC Raulston Arboretum and butterfly garden, where the collection of plants has attracted about 60 species of butterflies and moths over the years. If you’re looking for a place to reunite with old friends from school, the Lonnie Poole Golf Course – the only collegiate course in the world designed by Arnold Palmer – is the perfect spot.

7 Shaw University

The first HBCU in the South and among the oldest in the nation, Shaw sits in the heart of the historic district downtown – and its ties to history remain strong, from the stunning memorial garden on campus to its multiple historic landmark buildings. Head to Estey Hall – built in 1874, it’s the oldest surviving Shaw building and the first structure built for the higher education of African American women. Because of Shaw’s central location, walk or drive from campus to many nearby favorites. Refuel Southern-style at Big Ed’s and then keep the fun going – kids of all ages love Pullen Park's amusement rides, paddle boats and swimming. Families can enjoy awesome time indoors at the nearby Marbles Kids Museum or NC Museum of Natural Sciences . If your kids are of the four-legged variety, Dorothea Dix Park has an area just for dogs (and plenty of open-air activities for humans too).

8 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Visit the country’s first public university for a few firsts of your own. For basketball fans, Carolina Basketball Museum is a must, where names like Dean Smith and Michael Jordan might ring a bell. The Ackland Art Museum hosts a permanent collection of more than 19,000 works of art, while the Morehead Planetarium offers shows like “Carolina Skies,” a live star show that takes you on a journey through the nighttime sky. Most alumni will tell you a stroll along Franklin Street is a necessary intro to Chapel Hill life. For lunch, few things are better than a hot dog and old-fashioned soda at the legendary Sutton’s Drug Store . It’s been feeding hungry Tar Heels since 1923.

9 University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Just 15 minutes northeast of Uptown, UNC Charlotte boasts a 1,000-acre campus that’s still close to Charlotte’s vibrant NoDa, Plaza Midwood and South End neighborhoods. Start your visit with a walk through the botanical gardens , home to three different gardens with 16 collections. Over in the art department, check out three exhibition spaces in the Rowe Arts Building , which displays the work of students, faculty and visiting artists. For a good meal, students rave about Passage to India .

10 University of North Carolina at Greensboro

A stroll through this campus brings tons of visual intrigue, with architectural diversity, historic buildings and storied landmarks – like the 9-foot bronze statue of Minerva by artist James Barnhill, and The Rawk, a boulder painted and repainted with well wishes and announcements nearly every day. Speaking of art, make sure you head to Weatherspoon Art Museum in the heart of campus. Admission is free to its six galleries and sculpture courtyard, and coffee and baked goods are offered most weekdays. Find more inspiration at any of Greensboro’s outdoor oases, from the 17-acre Greensboro Arboretum to Gateway Gardens , a whimsical entryway to the city integrating elements of history, movement and play.

11 Wake Forest University

Recreate carefree college days at Davis Field by swinging under the towering trees or taking time for a picnic. For a learning opportunity, visit the only museum in North Carolina dedicated to the study of global cultures at the Museum of Anthropology . Catch up on a little botany 101 at the 134-acre Reynolda Gardens with beautiful woodlands, wetlands and a greenhouse. Don’t miss out on getting a unique souvenir at the Reynolda Village shops right next door. For your finale, enjoy a pitcher of beer at Shorty’s .

12 Winston-Salem State University

Wander through campus and admire public art sculptures, as well as massive murals by artist and North Carolina native John Biggers in the C.G. O’Kelly Library. The Diggs Gallery also operates as a cultural center with exhibitions and programs focused on African American and regional art (recognized by The Smithsonian as one of the nation’s best). If you’re looking for action: Every Saturday in spring and summer, Bowman Gray Stadium fills up the stands for short-track racing at NASCAR’S longest running weekly track. The whole family will love seeing multiple races at “The Madhouse.”

Shayla Martin

Shayla Martin is a Durham-based travel and food writer. She has contributed to The Wall Street Journal , New York Magazine , Atlanta Journal-Constitution , Fodors Travel and more.

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Visitors should check Duke United before coming to campus and follow direction provided by campus personnel while visiting. Duke University has changed its COVID-19 vaccination policy. Campus visitors are no longer required to have received or show proof of vaccination. However, Duke University still strongly recommends receiving up-to-date vaccinations, especially for those with conditions that place them at high risk. For the continued care and safety of our community, we ask that you refrain from visiting campus if you are not feeling well or test positive for COVID-19.

Getting Here

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is 30-45 minutes from Fuqua. We are located on the West Campus of Duke University, which is located between Interstates 40 and 85 in Durham, NC.

From RDU Airport

Take I-40 West to Exit 279B (Durham Expressway/NC 147 North). Continue on the Durham Expressway and follow signs to take Exit 16B for US 15-S/US-501 South towards Chapel Hill. Continue on 15/501 South until you reach exit 107 - NC 751/Duke University. After exiting, turn left onto NC 751. At the third traffic light, turn left onto Science Drive. After a short drive down, turn right into the parking Visitor Parking Lot.

From Atlanta/Charlotte (South)

Take I-85 North to Durham, Exit 173. Make a right onto U.S. 15/501 South. Continue on 15/501 south until you reach exit 107 - NC 751/Duke University. After exiting, turn left onto NC 751. At the third traffic light, turn left onto Science Drive. After a short drive down, turn right into the parking Visitor Parking Lot.

From Washington/Philadelphia (North)

From I-95 South, go through Richmond to Petersburg, VA. Follow the signs to I-85 South (Durham). Upon entering the Durham city limits, take exit 174A onto U.S. 15/501 South (Duke University/Chapel Hill). Take exit 107 - NC 751/Duke University. After exiting, turn left onto NC 751. At the third traffic light, turn left onto Science Drive. After a short drive down, turn right into the parking Visitor Parking Lot.

Campus availability is limited, so we encourage you to carpool or use hotel shuttles, public transportation, or ride services for your visit. If you drive please allow ample time to locate public parking. The closest public lots to Fuqua are the Science Drive Visitor Lot and the Science Drive Parking Deck . Additional visitor parking lots and rate information is available at Duke Parking & Transportation .

There are two four-diamond rated Duke-owned hotels located on campus for your convenience.

The newly renovated JB Duke Hotel is located just steps away from the Fuqua School of Business as well as Duke’s storied athletic venues. Owned by the Fuqua School, the JB Duke Hotel welcomes guests to sleek and sophisticated accommodations coupled with modern amenities, offering a unique twist on southern hospitality. Call (844) 490-7100 or book your reservation online.

The Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club sits right on the Duke University Golf Course. Built in the style of an English country inn, the Washington Duke is renowned for its lovely setting and gracious southern hospitality. Call (800) 443-3853 for information and reservations, or book your reservation online.

For Prospective Students

• All Admissions in-person activities—including tours, interviews, events, and class visits—begin in the Admissions Lobby on the third floor of Breeden Hall, located on Science Drive.
• If you are here for an official campus visit, such as an interview or other scheduled event, please park in the Science Drive Visitor lot in any unmarked space. You can also park in the Science Drive Garage located at the intersection of Science Drive and Cameron Blvd/Hwy 751. 
• Please contact the Office of Admissions to receive a complimentary parking pass.
• If you are using a taxi or ride service, please arrange for your drop-off at the Fuqua Drive Circle, and walk through the mallway in Keller Center East to arrive at Breeden Hall.
• Please plan to check in 15–20 minutes prior to your first Admissions event.

For Recruiters

• The closest parking options are the Science Drive Visitor Lot or the Science Drive Parking Deck .
• If you are visiting for an interview, please check-in on the fourth floor of the Agadi Career Management Suite in Keller Center East.
• If you are parking for on-campus interviews, please use the Science Drive visitor lot and refer to your confirmation email for the code to use at the meter machines.
• If you’re taking a taxi or other ride service to campus, please have the driver take you to Fuqua’s Breeden Hall entrance located on Science Drive.
• If you have any questions about your on-campus activities, please email [email protected] or call the Career Management Center information desk at +1-919-660-7810.

Duke University's Fuqua School of Business 100 Fuqua Drive Box 90120 Durham, NC 27708-0120 USA Tel +1.919.660.7700 Fax +1.919.684.2818

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Campus events.

Campus Visits Open Houses Diversity Weekends Class Observations

The best way to visit campus is to schedule a visit through the Office of Admissions and Student Services.

Our admissions professionals are available to discuss the programs, admission requirements and selection process and give tours of our facility weekdays at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Contact our Office of Admissions and Student Services  at [email protected] or 919-684-4248 to schedule a tour.

Duke University School of Nursing

307 Trent Drive Box 102400 Durham, NC 27710 Phone: 919-684-4248 Toll-free: 877-415-3853

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Admitted Students

Welcome, Duke Class of 2028!

This page is a resource for admitted students and their families, where you will find essential links and updates below for the Class of 2028.

Please be aware that this is not a restricted page, is visible to the public, and is not indicative of anyone’s admission status.

EVENTS FOR ADMITTED STUDENTS & FAMILIES

The Duke community is eager to connect with students admitted in both Early and Regular Decision. You will have the chance to learn about Duke and engage with current students, faculty, and staff virtually and in person through admitted-student programming. These events will allow you to begin your lifelong journey with the Duke community.

To register for these events and to get the most up-to-date information, please visit your Choose Duke! portal here .

BLUE DEVIL DAYS INFORMATION

We hope you join us for Blue Devil Days on April 18, 19, or 22, 2024 . During our events, you will have the opportunity to hear from our outstanding faculty, connect with current students, and get to know fellow future Blue Devils. We can’t wait to share our community with you!

Registration for Blue Devil Days is available for you and up to two guests. Please register for one day only. We encourage you to book early to ensure your preferred date is available. Please do not make travel plans until you have registered to attend and received a registration confirmation.

For event information, visit your CHOOSE DUKE! PORTAL HERE .

Blue Devil Day Thursday, April 18, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time Duke University, Durham, NC

Blue Devil Day Friday, April 19, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time Duke University, Durham, NC

Blue Devil Day Monday, April 22, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time Duke University, Durham, NC

Questions? Please email [email protected] or call 919-684-3214.

Visitor Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations to participate in our virtual events, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

LODGING INFORMATION

Please feel free to visit the Durham Convention & Visitors Bureau for additional hotel options.

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club 3001 Cameron Blvd Durham, NC 27705 (919) 490-0999 washingtondukeinn.com

JB Duke Hotel 230 Science Drive Durham, NC 27708 (919) 660-6400 jbdukehotel.com

Room blocks have been reserved at the following hotels:

The Lodge at Duke Medical Center 2306 Elba Street Durham, NC 27705 (919) 286-3111 Book here

AC Hotel by Marriott Durham 2800 Erwin Road Durham, NC 27705 (984) 900-2700 Book here

VIRTUAL EVENT SCHEDULE

We hope you join us for virtual programs that will introduce you to life at Duke. During our events, you will have the opportunity to hear from our outstanding faculty, connect with current students, and get to know fellow future Blue Devils.

For event access, visit your CHOOSE DUKE! PORTAL HERE .

Our virtual events require no registration. We hope you’ll attend as many as you are able. Some events will be recorded, and links to recordings will be posted in the portal.

All events will be held in Eastern Time.  If you are in a different time zone, you can calculate when the webinar will begin using a time zone converter .

Welcome Party for Students Saturday, March 30 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Affording Duke Monday, April 1 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Welcome to Duke Address for Students and Families Thursday, April 4 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Parent Panel Sunday, April 7 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

The Focus Program Monday, April 8 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Gap Year Opportunities Tuesday, April 9 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Exploring Beyond Duke with Global Education Wednesday, April 10 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Academic Support at Duke Thursday, April 11 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Prehealth Advising at Duke Monday, April 15 5:00 – 6:00 p.m Eastern Time

Residence Life & QuadEx Monday, April 15 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

DukeEngage Tuesday, April 16 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Participant Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations to participate in our virtual events, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

DukeLIFE INFORMATION

Approximately 20% of Duke undergraduates are the first in their families to attend a 4-year college or come to Duke from limited-income backgrounds.

Join current Duke students online and on campus in collaboration with DukeLIFE  to learn more about what it’s like to be a first-generation college student and/or low-income student at Duke and in Durham. Families are encouraged to attend as well.

If you are interested in receiving information about the first-generation college and/or low-income (1GLI) community at Duke, please click the opt-in check box in your Choose Duke! Portal . Please note, you may receive 1GLI-related communications from Duke Undergraduate Admissions, but your information will not be shared outside of the admissions office.

Virtual DukeLIFE events will be held Monday, April 8 – Thursday, April 11, 2024 . In-person events will be held Thursday, April 19; Friday, April 20; or Monday, April 22, 2024 .

Questions?  Email Beverly Rudolph , Administrative Coordinator. Phone: 919-684-2886

Visitor Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.  If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our virtual event, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

VIRTUAL EVENTS

@DukeLIFEOffice Student Instagram Takeovers April 8-12 All week

Real Talk with Current LIFE students Monday, April 8 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

The Value of a Duke Degree: Recent Alumni Panel Tuesday, April 9 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Parents Weigh In Wednesday, April 10 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Financial Aid Information Session for 1GLI Students Thursday, April 11 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

ON-CAMPUS EVENTS

DukeLIFE events take place during Blue Devil Days. 

Blue Devil Days Tabling April 18, 19, or 22 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Bryan Center West Campus, Duke University

Observe Class with a LIFE Student April 18, 19, or 22 Duke University *This opportunity is separate from the Academic Experiences in the Blue Devil Days schedule

DukeLIFE Student Panel April 18 in Old Chemistry 116 April 19 in Gross Hall 103 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. West Campus, Duke University

DukeLIFE Dinner April 18 in Gilbert-Addoms Residence Hall basement (“GA DownUnder”) April 19 & 22 in Marketplace, Upper East Side Room 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. East Campus, Duke University

AAPI SHOWCASE INFORMATION

The Asian/American Pacific Islander Showcase  will be held Thursday, April 18; Friday, April 19; or Monday, April 22, 2024 .

Join current and prospective students to learn more about the Asian/American Pacific Islander community at Duke. This Showcase includes several opportunities to connect with current students and other members of the Duke community. This event is for students only.

Questions? Email Mary Dragich , Staff Assistant. Phone: 919-684-0187

AAPI SHOWCASE SCHEDULE

AAPI events take place during Blue Devil Days. 

AAPI Lunch & Learn Session April 18, 19, or 22 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time Marketplace East Campus, Duke University * Register for lunch when you register for Blue Devil Days BASE Space Open House April 18, 19, or 22 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time Bryan Center, Lower-Level, Room 037A West Campus, Duke University

Asian/Pacific Studies Institute presents: “Sura: A Love Song” Thursday, April 18 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time Richard White Lecture Hall, Room 107 East Campus, Duke University *For more information about this film screening, please visit the  Asian/Pacific Studies Institute website .

BLACK STUDENT ALLIANCE INVITATIONAL INFORMATION

The  Black Student Alliance Invitational (BSAI) events will be held Wednesday, April 17 – Friday, April 19, 2024 .

Join the Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture and the Black Student Alliance for an immersive introduction to Duke from the perspective of our diverse Black community.  This event is for students only.

Experience Duke firsthand with students from Duke’s Black Affinity organizations, such as the Black Student Alliance, DukeAFRICA, National Society of Black Engineers, Black in Business, Students of the Caribbean Association, United in Praise, Duke Ethiopian Transnational Association, Black Men/Women Union, National Panhellenic Council, and more!

Questions?   Email Cassidy Mills , Assistant Director. Phone: 919-684-0157

Visitor Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our online webinar-style event, please contact Idella Hackett at  [email protected]  or (919) 684-3214 in advance of your participation.

BSAI SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17

Arrival & Registration Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture Flowers Building, West Campus

Welcome Dinner Wednesday, April 17. Karsh Alumni & Visitors Center West Campus

THURSDAY, APRIL 18

Drop-In Hours for the Financial Aid Office 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. 2127 Campus Dr, West Campus

Building Your Village: Multicultural Faculty and Staff Mixer Presented by Duke Student Affairs Washington Duke Inn, Presidential Room, West Campus

STEM Panel and Tour of Engineering Facilities Presented by the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Engineering Quad, West Campus

Lunch with the Lou Mary Lou Williams Center for Black Culture Flowers Building, West Campus

“What’s the Real Deal?” Student Forum Presented by Black Women’s Union Physics 128, West Campus

DukeLIFE Student Panel Presented by the DukeLIFE Office Old Chemistry 116, West Campus

Black Affinity Group & Ice Cream Social Presented by the Mitchell-White House Living and Learning Community West Campus

BSA Academic Enrichment Fair Presented by Black Student Alliance East Campus

Food Truck Rodeo + NPHC Stroll Showcase Presented by Duke Undergraduate Admissions & National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) East Campus Backyard, East Campus

Black Student Alliance Bash Scharf Hall, West Campus

FRIDAY, APRIL 19

Panel Discussion with Sanford School of Public Policy Professors Presented by Sanford School of Public Policy Brunch will be provided Sanford School of Public Policy Room 04, West Campus

Drop-In Hours for the Financial Aid Office 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. & 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Bryan Center, West Campus

LATINX STUDENT RECRUITMENT WEEKEND INFORMATION

Latinx Student Recruitment Weekend (LSRW) will be held Thursday, April 18 – Sunday, April 21, 2024 .

Join us for an immersive introduction to Duke from the perspective of our diverse Latinx community.  This event is for students only; LSRW attendees do not need to register for Blue Devil Days on April 19.

Experience Duke firsthand with our outstanding students from across the country, meet engaging faculty who will teach your classes, tour our facilities, and learn more about our specific Latinx community. We know that once you have spent this weekend with us, you will understand what it means to be a Blue Devil.

Questions?   Email Fausto Paguada , Senior Admissions Officer. Phone: 919-684-0153

Visitor Accommodation Requests: Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.  If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our virtual events, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

LSRW SCHEDULE

Arrival & Registration Mary Lou Williams Center West Campus

Academic Opportunities Duke University

Welcome Reception & Dinner Scharf Hall West Campus, Duke University

Game Night GA DownUnder, Gilbert-Addoms Dorm East Campus, Duke University

Blue Devil Days Programming Duke University

LSRW Olympics (optional) East Duke Lawn, East Campus

Dinner on Your Own Marketplace, East Campus

Real Talk Student Panel White Lecture Hall East Campus

SATURDAY, APRIL 20

Faculty-Alumni Breakfast GA DownUnder, Gilbert-Addoms Dorm East Campus, Duke University

Affinity Group Open House Keohane Atrium, Keohane Quad West Campus, Duke University

Mezcla Cultural Showcase Bryan Center Plaza West Campus, Duke University

Documentary Screening (optional) McClendon Commons, West Campus

Farewell Bash Scharf Hall West Campus, Duke University

SUNDAY, APRIL 21

Sunday Worship Service (optional) Duke Chapel, West Campus

NATIVE AMERICAN & INDIGENOUS ADMITTED STUDENT INVITATIONAL INFORMATION

Native American & Indigenous Admitted Student Invitational (NAISI) will be held Friday, April 19 – Sunday, April 21, 2024 .

Join us for an immersive introduction to Duke from the perspective of our Native and Indigenous community.  This event is for students only.

Hosted by the Native American and Indigenous Student Alliance (NAISA), faculty, alumni, and other Duke community members, learn what it’s like to be Native American and Indigenous on Duke’s campus. We hope to answer any questions you may have, and importantly, we want to introduce you to the network that exists to support you through your educational journey as a Blue Devil.

Questions?  Email Nasya Bernard-Lucien , Admissions Officer. Phone: 919-684-0156

NAISI SCHEDULE

Dinner with NAISA Duke Gardens West Campus, Duke University

Blue Devil Beading Night Student Wellness Center West Campus, Duke University

Alumni Panel & Breakfast Rubenstein Library West Campus, Duke University

Explore Campus West Campus, Duke University Lunch Brodhead Center West Campus, Duke University

NAISI Real Talk Center for Multicultural Affairs: Wekit Bryan Center, bottom floor West Campus, Duke University Directions: Located on the bottom floor of the Bryan Center near the elevators, this space is dedicated to the Native American and Indigenous student community at Duke.

NAISI Bite Bash Gothic Grill, Bryan Center West Campus, Duke University

Game Night Center for Multicultural Affairs: Wekit Bryan Center, bottom floor West Campus, Duke University

Farewell Breakfast Keohane Atrium West Campus, Duke University

PRIDE INVITATIONAL INFORMATION

PRIDE Invitational will be held Thursday, April 18; Friday, April 19; or Monday, April 22, 2024 .

Join current and prospective LGBTQIA+ students and learn about all the Duke Community offers. Programming includes events hosted by the Center for Sexual & Gender Diversity (CSGD) .

Questions?  Email Bucky Holmes , Assistant Director. Phone: 919-684-0249

PRIDE SCHEDULE

PRIDE events take place during Blue Devil Days. 

Lunch at Marketplace April 18, 19, or 22 Marketplace, East Campus

CSGD Presents: Kickback Fridays Weekly social hour with current students Center for Sexual & Gender Diversity Bryan Center, West Campus

REGISTRATION

How do I register?

Go to your Choose Duke! portal . You’ll see links to register for each program. Note that the AAPI Showcase, Pride, and DukeLIFE Dinners are featured on the Blue Devil Days registration page.

When should I register?

Register as soon as possible as space is limited for some programs/dates. Please do not make travel plans until you have registered to attend and have received a registration confirmation.

If I register for one program must I register for others I plan to attend?

For students who wish to attend BSAI, LSRW, or NAISI, you must register separately even if you register for another program.

LSRW attendees do not need to register for Blue Devil Days on April 19 because some of the Blue Devil Days programming is built into the LSRW agenda.

You can register for DukeLIFE, AAPI Showcase, and PRIDE on the Blue Devil Days registration form. Most events will be the same for each Blue Devil Day event.

The date I want to attend is full. What can I do?

Due to limited capacity in our event venues we are required to limit attendance for each program. Please choose another date or program.  

If you cannot visit us for an admitted student event but plan to visit campus Monday – Friday in April, please email us  in advance if campus tours are full so that we may accommodate you. Visitors may download the Duke Admissions Tour app, now available for  iPhone  and  Android  users.

May students attend any program?

Yes! While some are designed to introduce you to specific communities at Duke, anyone interested in those communities is welcome to attend. Please note that AAPI Showcase, Pride, and DukeLIFE Dinners are held during Blue Devil Days. BSAI, LSRW, and NAISI are stand-alone programs and are reserved for students only.  

Who else may attend the events?

Admitted students are invited to attend any events. Families are welcome to attend any program that is not designated as students-only. Due to limited capacity, each student will be able to register no more than two guests for Blue Devil Days.

May I attend more than one program?

Yes! You are welcome to attend any and all programs that interest you. If you are hoping to attend one of our three-day affinity programs and also want to attend Blue Devil Days, please consult the program sites for more guidance.  

VISITOR ACCOMMODATIONS REQUEST

How do I indicate that I need visitor accommodations? 

Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations in order to participate in our virtual events, please contact Idella Hackett at [email protected] or 919-684-3214 in advance of your participation.

Does Duke provide travel funding for students with financial need?

Students determined to have significant financial need have been offered travel support through our Duke Bound program. We also have a limited amount of funding for students who applied for financial aid but have not yet received their financial aid package. For more information, please consult the instructions on the sites for the program you plan to attend.  

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You're a blue devil, too.

Congratulations on joining the Duke family! We are delighted to welcome your student as a member of the Class of 2028 and know that you are a part of their success. We know this is an exciting time filled with many questions. That’s why we want to help make the transition as smooth as possible for both you and your student.

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How do i enroll, how do i visit campus.

Campus Tour

Led by a student tour guide, our outdoor walking tours last about 90 minutes. You’ll also have a chance to ask questions and hear why we love our vibrant community. In the event of severe weather or lightning, tours could be canceled or delayed. While on campus, visitors are expected to adhere to the UNIVERSITY VISITOR POLICIES .

SCHEDULE A CAMPUS TOUR

If you cannot visit us for Blue Devil Days but plan to visit campus Monday – Friday in April, please email us  in advance if campus tours are full so that we may accommodate you. Visitors may download the Duke Admissions Tour app, now available for  iPhone  and  Android  users.

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If you would like to speak with a faculty member in a particular department or program, we encourage you to contact them directly. Click here for majors/programs in Trinity College of Arts & Sciences or click here for the Pratt School of Engineering .

Visitor Accommodation Requests

Duke University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations to participate in our virtual or in-person events, don’t hesitate to contact Idella Hackett at  [email protected]  or 919-684-3214 at least 7-10 days before your event.

HOW CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT DUKE WITHOUT VISITING CAMPUS?

Live Virtual Information Session

Join us for a 45-minute virtual information session led by a Duke Admissions Officer. You’ll learn about academic opportunities, student life, admissions + financial aid process, and you’ll have a chance to ask questions.

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Live Virtual Campus Tour

Our virtual tours offer an opportunity to visit campus from the comfort of your own home. Presented in real-time by a current student ambassador, our hour-long virtual visits guide you through popular spots on campus, including both East and West Campuses.

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Live Virtual Pratt School of Engineering Campus Tour

Interested in engineering? Join current students to explore Pratt’s newest facilities and get information on various opportunities available to engineering students. Held on Tuesdays, each tour lasts 60 minutes; registration is required.

I have questions about my need-based financial aid package. Whom should I contact?

Check out this FAQ or email [email protected] .

How do I know if I’m eligible for a merit scholarship?

Duke is proud to offer merit scholarships to incoming first-year students. These scholarships cover the cost of tuition, mandatory fees, room, and board for four years of full-time undergraduate studies. There is not a separate application for these scholarships, except for the Robertson Scholars Program .

All students who apply to Duke are automatically considered for  merit scholarships . Matriculated students who are finalists for merit scholarships will be notified in early May. Please note that some merit scholarships require that the applicant show financial need, and that means that in order to be considered for them, you’ll need to complete your financial aid application before the application deadline.

HOW DO I SEND FINAL TEST SCORES?

Send us your official test scores no later than May 15, 2024. Duke’s test codes are 5156 (SAT) and 3088 (ACT). If you received an application fee waiver, we will accept scores from your counselor in place of official scores.

Test-optional students may skip this step.

HOW DO I SEND MY FINAL SCHOOL REPORT?

We will accept Final School Reports through the Common or Coalition Application or submitted by counselors/school officials via email .

WHAT CREDIT CAN I GET FOR AP AND IB COURSES?

Duke University awards a limited amount of course credit and advanced placement on the basis of scores earned on Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB) and pre-matriculation college course work. However, course credit and advanced placement are not granted until the student has been admitted and until the official reports are received and evaluated by our Registrar’s Office. Since this process is handled outside the Admissions Office, a credit evaluation cannot be made until the student arrives on campus. For more information, visit admissions.duke.edu/college-prep .

Can you provide any information about student visas?

We will process I-20s as usual in the hope that international students will be able to secure visas and enter the United States.

My (AP/IB/A level and other national exams) have been cancelled. How will Duke assess my academic performance?

For admissions purposes, we will accept final school reports in lieu of these exams. Pass/fail grades are fine. We do not yet know about any changes for placement or credit.

If my family’s financial situation has changed and I will now need financial aid in order to attend Duke. Is there a process for this?

We are not able to offer need-based aid to foreign citizens unless they indicated they were seeking aid in their admissions applications. For those students eligible for need-based aid, we continue to be committed to meeting full demonstrated need for all four years of their undergraduate education, even if the amount of that need changes while students are at Duke. If you have questions about your financial aid award, please contact Duke’s Office of Undergraduate Financial Support via email at [email protected] .

DOES DUKE HAVE A "GAP YEAR" OR DEFERRED ENROLLMENT POLICY?

As you prepare for college, you may want to explore other interests such as personal and professional development, religious or mission work, travel, or required military service. If your gap year, or “deferred enrollment,” is approved and you adhere to the gap year conditions, we hold your place in the following year’s class. Students who defer their enrollment are expected to enroll at Duke at the end of their gap year.

Duke offers two options for students who plan to defer their enrollment: the Duke Gap Year Program , a selective program that offers community and the possibility of funding to support eligible gap year experiences, and independent gap years.

Note: In general, Duke students do a one-year gap, but depending on the request, we can approve up to two years.

To request a gap year/deferred enrollment:

• Enroll at Duke University through your student portal (no deposit required).
• Apply to the Duke Gap Year Program or request an independent gap year on your student portal. The forms will open in the spring.

If you choose to defer enrollment via the Duke Gap Year Program or independently, you must accept the following conditions:

• You will not apply for admission as a degree-seeking student to any other college or university during your gap year.
• Trinity College treats PMC credits equivalent to Advanced Placement (AP) and International Placement (IP) credits. Typically, up to two total AP/IP/PMC credits count toward the 34 courses Trinity students must take to graduate from Duke.
• You can learn more about PMC credits for Pratt students on the Pratt website .
• You will not hold a place, conditional or otherwise, at any other college or university during the remainder of this academic year or during the coming academic year.
• You will not enroll in a post-graduate program at a secondary school.
• You will abide by both the Conditions of Application and the conditions mentioned in your letter of admission. We expect you to maintain high standards of academic performance and personal behavior in and out of school, which includes abiding by our  Community Standard . If there is any change in the information in your application—including any academic, personal, disciplinary, or legal matters—you must contact the admissions office within 48 hours.

You can learn more about gap year options on our website .

WHAT IS THE DUKE GAP YEAR PROGRAM?

Students who wish to participate in Duke’s intentional gap year community are invited to apply to the Duke Gap Year Program. Applicants to the DGYP may request between $5,000 and $15,000 in funding to support eligible gap year experiences. DGYP participants must adhere to the gap year conditions and fulfill a few other requirements, including but not limited to contributions to the DGYP blog and Instagram account. Applications open in the spring.

Remember: if you do not apply or are not admitted to the DGYP, you can still request an independent gap year on your student portal.

READ MORE ABOUT THE DUKE GAP YEAR PROGRAM

You may email us at [email protected] , or for urgent matters call us at 919-684-3214.

This information is accurate as of 3/31/2023.

Duke University Blue Devils

Baseball 4/20/2024 12:54:00 AM

No. 7 Duke Takes Series Opener from No. 23 Virginia Tech in Extra-Inning Thriller

• Virginia Tech opened the scoring in bottom of the first, 2-0.
• Macon Winslow   singled to center field to score  Logan Bravo   from third in the top of the second, 2-1.
• In the top of the third,  Alex Stone   singled through the right side to score  Zac Morris   from third.  AJ Gracia   doubled down the line in left to score Stone from first. Bravo hit a two-run home run down the line in right, 5-2. 
• Morris hit a solo home run to center field in the top of the fifth inning, 6-2.
• The Hokies tied the game in the bottom of the fifth inning, 6-6.
• Virginia Tech took the lead in the bottom of the sixth, 8-6.
• Bravo hit a solo home run to left field in the top of the eighth inning, 8-7.
• Ben Miller   hit a solo home run to left field in the top of the ninth inning, 8-8.
• In the top of the 11th inning, Miller singled through the left side to score  Tyler Albright   from second, 9-8.
• Graduate  Ben Miller   returned to the lineup after missing four games due to an upper body injury. He finished the evening 3-for-5 with one run scored, two RBI, a walk and hit his 10th home run of the season to tie the ballgame in the ninth. Miller also extended his hitting streak to 15 games.
• Graduate  Logan Bravo   was one of four Blue Devils to record multi-hit contests against Virginia Tech. Bravo hit a two-run home run and a solo home run.
• With a four-run inning in the top of the third, the Blue Devils improved to 206-43 (.827) when scoring three-plus runs in an inning since 2016.
• Graduate  Zac Morris   finished the day 3-for-5 with two runs scored and a home run. His solo home run to center field, marked the 11th of the season and set a new single-season career high for the VMI transfer.
• Junior  Wallace Clark   was hit by his 17th pitch on Friday night, moving him into a tie for fifth all-time in a single season. He joins  Max Miller  (2018) and  Luke Storm   (2022) who also were hit by 17 pitches in their respected seasons.
• Duke is now 2-1 in extra-inning games during ACC play this season. The 11 innings are tied for the longest game this season.
• Graduate  Charlie Beilenson   improved to 5-2 on the season, working four innings of one-hit baseball and punching out five Hokies. Beilenson has now won four consecutive outings that he has factored into the decision.
• "I thought we were kind of sloppy at times during the first half of the game. Obviously, we gave them a lot of free offense and they scored four runs in the fifth on only two singles the entire inning. We were able to settle in and continue competing. I thought our two-strike at bats were terrific and we never gave in. It was a hostile road atmosphere, and it would have been easy after losing the lead to roll over and we didn't do that, and I am proud of our team." – Head coach  Chris Pollard   on his overall thoughts on tonight's extra inning thriller. 
• Duke and Virginia Tech continue the three-game set on Saturday evening from English Field at Atlantic Union Bank Park. First pitch is scheduled for 7 p.m.

Players Mentioned

#34 Luke Storm

#40 Tyler Albright

#47 Charlie Beilenson

#5 Alex Stone

#6 Macon Winslow

#7 Wallace Clark

#22 Zac Morris

#23 Logan Bravo

#29 AJ Gracia

#34 Ben Miller

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K ievan Rus' struggled on into the 13th century, but was decisively destroyed by the arrival of a new invader--the Mongols. In 1237 Batu Khan, a grandson of Jenghiz Khan, launched an invasion into Kievan Rus' from his capital on the lower Volga (at present-day Kazan). Over the next three years the Mongols (or Tatars) destroyed all of the major cities of Kievan Rus' with the exceptions of Novgorod and Pskov. The regional princes were not deposed, but they were forced to send regular tribute to the Tatar state, which became known as the Empire of the Golden Horde. Invasions of Russia were attempted during this period from the west as well, first by the Swedes (1240) and then by the Livonian Brothers of the Sword (1242), a regional branch of the fearsome Teutonic Knights. In the best news of the era for Russia, both were decisively defeated by the great warrior Alexander Nevsky, a prince of Novgorod who earned his surname from his victory over the Swedes on the Neva River.

For the next century or so, very little seems to have happened in Russia. In fact, given the tribute demanded by the Tatars, there wasn't much money available for building, campaigns, or anything else of that sort. With the Tatars off to the southwest, the northeastern cities gradually gained more influence--first Tver, and then, around the turn of the 14th century, Moscow. As a sign of the city's importance, the patriarchate of the Russian Orthodox Church was transferred to the city, making it the spiritual capital of Russia. By the latter part of the century, Moscow felt strong enough to challenge the Tatars directly, and in 1380 a Muscovite prince named Dmitri Donskoy had the audacity to attack them. His decisive victory at Kulikovo Field immediately made him a popular hero, though the Tatar retaliation two years later maintained their rule over the city. It wasn't until 1480, after another century had passed, that Moscow was strong enough to throw off Tatar rule for good. Its ruler at that time was Grand Duke Ivan III, better known as Ivan the Great. Ivan began by subjugating most of Moscow's rival cities, and by the time he tore up the charter binding it to Tatar tribute he was effectively in control of the entire country. However, it wasn't until the reign of his grandson, Ivan IV (the Terrible), that Russia became a unified state.

Ivan the Terrible succeeded his father Vasily III as Grand Duke of Moscow in 1533 at the age of three. His mother served as regent until she too died, when Ivan was eight. For the next eight years, the young Grand Duke endured a series of regents chosen from among the boyars (the nobility). Finally in 1547, he adopted the title of tsar and set about crushing the power of the boyars, reorganizing the military, and preparing to smite the Tatars. In 1552 he conquered and sacked Kazan, and in 1556 Astrakhan, having thus destroyed the lingering power of the Golden Horde. Ivan's Tatar campaigns opened vast new areas for Russian expansion, and it was during his reign that the conquest and colonization of Siberia began.

Believe it or not, Ivan was not supposed to have been very terrible at all during the early years of his reign. However, as he grew older his temper worsened, and by the 1560s he carried out a pretty horrific campaign against the boyars, confiscating their land and executing or exiling those who displeased him. In 1581, in a rage, he struck his son and heir Ivan with an iron rod, killing him.

When Ivan the Terrible died in 1584, he was succeeded by his son Fyodor, who was not exactly up to filling the shoes of an autocratic legend. Fyodor left most of the management of the kingdom to his brother-in-law, Boris Godunov, and it was not long before Godunov began to work to secure the succession for himself. In 1591, he murdered Fyodor's younger brother Dmitri in the ancient town of Uglich, a spot now marked by the magnificent Church of St. Demetrius on the Blood. When Fyodor died in 1598, Godunov was made tsar, but his rule was never accepted as entirely legitimate. Within a few years a pretender arose in Poland, claiming to be Dmitri, and in 1604 he invaded Russia. Godunov died suddenly the next year, and the "Time of Troubles" began. For the next eight years both the first and a second false Dmitri laid claims to the throne, both supported by invading Polish armies. Finally, in 1613, the Poles were ousted from Moscow, and the boyars unanimously elected Michael Romanov as Tsar. The Romanov dynasty was to rule Russia for the next 304 years, until the Russian Revolution brought an end to the Tsarist state.

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