Rankings
How every major ranking places Duke University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities & languages | 18 | $81,426 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 12 | $81,426 | See → |
| Business & management | 8 | $75,814 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 8 | $75,814 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 8 | $75,814 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 8 | $81,426 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 7 | $75,814 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 6 | $81,426 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 5 | $75,814 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 5 | $81,426 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 5 | $81,426 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 4 | $75,814 | See → |
| Social sciences | 3 | $75,814 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 1 | $75,814 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $81,426 | See → |
Costs and entry
7 courses mention scholarships. 78 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Duke University
The job market for Duke University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Duke University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $81,426 a year; half of Duke University's postgraduate courses with a published fee cost between $75,814 and $81,426. Most courses last 4 years. Fees vary by field: humanities & languages courses are typically $81,426, business & management $75,814.
How is Duke University ranked?
Duke University is ranked #62 by QS (2026), #28 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #46 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Anatomy & Physiology (#5) and Nursing (#7).
How many postgraduate courses does Duke University offer?
99 postgraduate courses across 15 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (18), life sciences & biotechnology (12) and business & management (8).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from Duke University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025.