Multi-subject pre-college
Duke Pre-College High School Programs
Duke Pre-College is a About 10 days per session (8 full days and 2 morning-only days) residential program run by Duke University. Open to: current 9th to 12th graders.
- Last cycle's deadline
- Not posted
- 2027 date not posted yet
- Cost
- Paid
- Who can apply
- Grades 9 to 12
- current grade when applying
- Length
- About 10 days per session (8 full days and 2 morning-only days)
- Residential
What students do
Students live at Duke and take one non-credit course that mixes lectures with hands-on work and ends in a capstone project. Evenings and weekends include leadership activities and socials.
- Business
- Engineering and STEM
- Law and political science
- Medicine
- Psychology and neuroscience
Key facts
- Run by
- Duke University
- Where
- Durham, NC (residential)
- Who can apply
- Current 9th to 12th gradersA GPA of 3.0 or higher is recommended.
- Dates
- Not posted
- Cost
- 2027 residential fee is listed as TBD; it covers housing and meals, classes, supplies, guest speakers, field trips and activities
- Deadline
- Not posted
How a mentor helps with your Duke Pre-College application
- Decide whether Duke Pre-College fits, and which similar programs to apply to alongside it.
- Work backward from the deadline so essays, recommendations, and forms are not left to the last week.
- Draft and revise the essays or short answers with one-on-one feedback.
Email me the Duke Pre-College deadlines and requirements
A link to this page, plus our list of similar programs.
Similar programs
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATDPUC Berkeley School of Education | Berkeley, CAHybrid | Currently in grades 7 to 11 | Paid, aid available | Early February 25, 2026; standard March 23, 2026; extended May 29, 2026Last cycle’s date |
| Columbia Summer ImmersionColumbia University School of Professional Studies | New York, NYResidential or commuter | Rising 9th through current 12th graders; residential students must be 15 or older | Paid | Early registration February 1, 2027; general deadline March 1, 2027 (residential) or April 1, 2027 (commuter) |
| Cornell PrecollegeCornell University School of Continuing Education | Ithaca, NYResidential | Students who have completed 10th grade, ages 16 to 18 | Paid | May 14, 2026 (rolling admission)Last cycle’s date |
| CTDNorthwestern University Center for Talent Development | Evanston, ILResidential or commuter | Students entering grades 6 to 12 in the fall | Paid, aid available | One week before each session starts; tuition rises $100 after May 31, 2026Last cycle’s date |
| CTYJohns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth | Multiple locationsResidential or commuter | Grades 2 to 12 | Paid, aid available | Registration deadline May 10, 2027 (Summer A) and June 7, 2027 (Summer B) |
| Georgetown AcademiesGeorgetown University School of Continuing Studies | Washington, DCResidential | Current 8th graders through high school seniors | Paid, aid available | Early bird January 31, 2027; final deadline for Academies May 15, 2027 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the Duke Pre-College application deadline?
The program has not posted a deadline. Check the official site.
How much does Duke Pre-College cost?
2027 residential fee is listed as TBD; it covers housing and meals, classes, supplies, guest speakers, field trips and activities.
Who can apply to Duke Pre-College?
Current 9th to 12th graders. A GPA of 3.0 or higher is recommended.
Read from the program’s own site and last checked 2026-10-09. Programs change dates, fees, and requirements each year, so confirm on the official site before you apply. Dewey Smart is not affiliated with this program.
