TOEFL To be eligible for a TOEFL/IELTS waiver, you must have studied full-time for two years or more at a college or university where the sole language of instruction is English and in a country where English is the primary spoken language. The two years of study must be completed prior to application submission. The waiver request should be sent to grad-admissions@duke.edu. NOTE: Either TOEFL or IELTS are accepted, but IELTS is preferred. For more information see English Language Proficiency Scores(https://gradschool.duke.edu/admissions/apply/english-language-proficiency-test-scores). IELTS To be eligible for a TOEFL/IELTS waiver, you must have studied full-time for two years or more at a college or university where the sole language of instruction is English and in a country where English is the primary spoken language. The two years of study must be completed prior to application submission. The waiver request should be sent to grad-admissions@duke.edu. NOTE: Either TOEFL or IELTS are accepted, but IELTS is preferred. For more information see English Language Proficiency Scores(https://gradschool.duke.edu/admissions/apply/english-language-proficiency-test-scores). GRE The combined Verbal and Quantitative GRE score should be at least 308 and the Writing, a 3.5 or higher. Exceptions to these thresholds are sometimes made. The code number for Duke University Graduate School is 5156. Because you are applying for admission to the Graduate School at Duke University, you do not need a department code.

PS The statement should be one to two pages and single spaced. It should briefly discuss your purposes and objectives in pursuing graduate study; your special interests and plans; your strengths and weaknesses in your chosen field; any research projects or any independent research in which you have actively participated and how they have influenced your career choice and desire to pursue graduate studies; and any particular reasons you may have for applying to Duke (e.g. you would like to work with a specific faculty member). CV This document should summarize your education, academic achievements, work history, and professional accomplishments. It may also include a list of skills, publications, research experiences, and other credentials that demonstrate your preparedness for graduate study. Fee Application fee is $80. RL Three letters of recommendation and an undergraduate transcript are required. Transcript Do not mail paper copies of your transcripts before receiving an offer of admission.