Global and Intercultural Formation

The Office of Global and Intercultural Formation provides support to international students for a smooth transition and enriching experience throughout their academic journey. The office is committed to addressing the unique needs and challenges faced by international students by providing:

Orientation programs
Workshops
Academic advising
Supportive community

"Duke Divinity School is dedicated to cultivating a global and intercultural formation. Our ecumenical and diverse community praises God with diverse voices. We continue to grow with and learn from our global theological institutions, churches, and students with whom we praise God together.“

Support for International Students

We support international students with resources, programming, events, and community in the following ways.

The International Students Mixer is an opportunity for new and current international students to meet and become acquainted with one another prior to the start of the fall semester. This mixer is not only an optimal social event, but is also an introduction to some of the resources and support specifically tailored to the needs of international students.

The Center for Writing and Academic Support is a core resource for students at the Divinity School. The center seeks to support domestic and international students by offering writing tutors, subject-area tutors, and academic advisors.
The university also has many resources for students who have English as a second language:
- ESL/EFL Resources
- Duke University Writing Center/Thompson Writing Program
- The English for International Students (EIS) Program offers courses in academic writing, oral communication, academic presentations, and pronunciation to more than 300 international graduate and professional students from across the university each semester.

DISC supports international students throughout the year with programming, orientation, community building and advocacy. International students can expect to hear from the DISC team weekly during the fall and spring semester about opportunities to engage.

DISC is located on the second floor of Bay 5, Smith Warehouse, 114 South Buchanan Boulevard. It is open for in-person office hours Mondays through Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Global Fellowship is an opportunity for our international student community to gather over a meal and engage in discussions relevant to their unique experiences. It is also an important space for students to share concerns, provide feedback, and connect with other members of the Duke Divinity community.

Duke Divinity supports amazing cultural houses of studies and student organizations, including:

Additional Resources for International Students

Admissions Deadlines, Visas, and Housing

Admissions Reminders

January 15: Final deadline for international applicants seeking a Duke-sponsored visa
Additional Requirements for International Applicants

Visa Services

Contact the Duke Visa Services for assistance with visa processes.

Living Resources

Students walk up the path toward westbrook as white flowers bloom on the trees

Partnerships with International Theological Institutions and Scholars

The Office of Global and Intercultural Formation also strengthens connections with international theological institutions through partnerships and other activities. Additionally, it hosts international scholars, creating a dynamic environment for cross-cultural exchange and collaboration. Through these efforts, Duke Divinity School continues to encourage global theological discourse and worldwide transformation.

International Field Education

The Divinity School’s summer internships in international Field Education place theological education and pastoral training in the context of an increasingly interconnected global community.

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World Christianity Courses & Study Abroad

The Divinity School requires many of its students to take a course in World Christianity. In addition, the school offers several international study abroad programs. In addition to providing students with opportunities for learning and service around the world, the school encourages faculty to develop cross-cultural research programs by maintaining partnerships with several international church and academic institutions.

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