Our Community
Joining our community means becoming part of a diverse student body from an array of backgrounds and experiences. Students range in age from their 20s to 70s and include recent college graduates, second- and third-career changers, those newly discerning their vocational call, and seasoned pastors seeking to further enrich their ministry.
Degree Programs
Making Your Education Affordable
Duke Divinity School awards more than $8 million in institutional scholarships and support to our students each year. Every M.Div., M.T.S., M.A., D.Min., and Th.D. student receives scholarship support, and we’re unique in our ability to provide funding for up to three field education internships for M.Div. students, resulting in as much as $24,000 in additional support. The M.Div. program also offers many fellowships that provide tuition support, including the Thriving Communities Fellowship, which provides full tuition.
Learn from World-Renowned Faculty
At Duke Divinity School, you'll be immersed in robust theological inquiry with divinity school faculty recognized around the world for their scholarship and service to the church. Drawn from all over the globe and a broad spectrum of Christian traditions, these men and women share a commitment to teaching and to forming students for ministry.
Follow Your Passion
Engage questions of human flourishing and death in our Theology, Medicine, and Culture initiative. Join African leaders working for peace in the African Great Lakes Region with the Center for Reconciliation. Explore the role of arts in theology through Duke Initiatives in Theology and the Arts. The Divinity School's initiatives and centers combine scholarship with service and create interdisciplinary links with Duke's other professional schools and with the needs of society.
Explore the Heart of North Carolina
From our temperate climate and our twists on classic Southern cuisine to our vibrant and varied religious communities, Durham is a multifaceted gem in the heart of North Carolina. The diverse setting makes it an excellent area for ministry and participation in the community. And you’ll also find your pick of sports, a flourishing arts scene, free and low-cost entertainment, an eclectic mix of restaurants, and affordable housing options.
Support for Your Academic Success
Duke Divinity School gives you the support you need to succeed, from a pre-orientation workshop that introduces the fundamentals of theological thought and writing, to ongoing academic workshops throughout the year, to tutors who are available to work with students one-on-one.
University Resources
As a student, you’ll have access to all Duke University offers, from a wide variety of courses at Duke to world-class libraries, lectures by leading thinkers, outstanding recreation facilities, a thriving arts community, a network of campus organizations, and tickets to exciting collegiate athletic events.
Connect with Us
Resources
Interested in learning more? The resources below will help you learn more about applying to the Divinity School. We’re also available to help at admissions@div.duke.edu or (919) 660-3436.
Which Program Is Right for You?
Funding Your Education
Resources for Admitted Students
Resources for Families
We’ll take you step-by-step through the application process.
Whether you're interested in a full-time post-graduate program or a program that allows you to pursue a degree while you remain in ministry full-time, Duke Divinity School offers a program to fit your needs.
Duke Divinity School believes that helping you to fund your education in a comprehensive way is part of our ministry. We are committed to making theological education accessible for students of all means.
We look forward to meeting you online or in person at one of our Admissions events on campus or on the road near you.
Duke Divinity School students can look forward to taking advantage of all the resources and courses that a world-class university has to offer, while living in the heart of the N.C. Triangle area.
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If you’ve already been admitted, learn about the next steps in the matriculation process and find resources for making the transition to Duke.