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ADMISSIONS

College Fairs and School Visits

College Fairs and
High School Visits

Wherever you are, our admissions representatives are eager to connect with you! 

Email us at intl-admissions@dukekunshan.edu.cn to schedule an individual meeting with your admissions representative and get your questions answered.

US NORTHEAST & MIDWEST

Englewood STEM College Fair 

October 3, 2024 

10AM—11:30AM 

6835 S Normal Blvd 

Chicago, IL 

 

South Shore International College Prep College Fair 

October 3, 2024 

2PM—3PM 

1955 E 75th St 

Chicago, IL 

 

Back of the Yards College Prep Fall College Fair 

October 3, 2024 

5PM—6:30PM 

2111 W 47th St 

Chicago, IL 

 

CPS Regional College Fair Westside 

October 4, 2024 

10AM—1PM 

1900 W Jackson Blvd 

Chicago, IL 

 

Chicago NCF 

October 5, 2024 

11AM—3PM 

600 E Grand Ave 

Chicago, IL 

 

Lockport Township + Lemont Township College Fair 

October 24, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

1333 E 7th St 

Lockport, IL 

 

CPS Regional College Fair Northside 

October 25, 2024 

11AM—1PM 

4300 N Narragansett Ave 

Chicago, IL 

Cincinnati NCF

September 29, 2024

1 PM-4 PM

Northern Kentucky Convention Center

1 West Rivercenter Boulevard
Covington, KY

Louisville NCF 

October 23, 2024 

9AM—8PM 

221 S 4th St 

Louisville, KY 

Minnesota NCF 

October 22-23, 2024 

1301 2nd Ave S 

Minneapolis, MN 

Phillips Exeter College Fair 

September 26, 2024 

9:50AM—10:40AM 

20 Main St 

Exeter, NH 

Atlantic City NCF 

9AM—12PM, 6PM—8PM 

1 Convention Blvd 

Atlantic City, NJ 

CIS New York College Fair 

September 17, 2024 

5:30PM—7:30PM 

505 E 75th St 

New York, NY 

Cincinnati NCF

September 29, 2024

1 PM-4 PM

Northern Kentucky Convention Center

1 West Rivercenter Boulevard
Covington, KY

Philadelphia NCF 

November 2, 2024 

11AM—2PM 

1101 Arch St 

Philadelphia, PA  

US WEST & SOUTHWEST

Phoenix NCF 

September 15, 2024 

11AM—3PM 

100 N 3rd St 

Phoenix, AZ 

CIS Fair – San Francisco 

September 22, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

150 Oak St 

San Francisco, CA 

Silicon Valley

 

International School Mini-Fair 

September 23, 2024 

11:30AM—12:45PM 

475 Pope St 

Menlo Park, CA 

 

Fremont Union District Fair 

September 23, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

1280 Johnson Ave 

San Jose, CA 

 

Campbell Union District Fair 

September 24, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

18900 Prospect Rd 

Saratoga,CA 

 

Los Angeles NCF 

September 25, 2024 

9AM—8:30PM 

1201 S Figueroa St 

Los Angeles, CA 

 

El Dorado HS Fair (COSI) 

October 14, 2024 

11AM—12:30PM 

1651 Valencia Ave 

Placentia, CA 

 

Valencia HS Fair (COSI) 

October 14, 2024 

8:30AM—10AM 

500 N Bradford Ave 

Placentia, CA 

 

Esperanza HS Fair (COSI) 

October 15, 2024 

8:30AM—10AM 

1830 N Kellogg Dr 

Anaheim, CA 

 

Yorba Linda HS Fair (COSI) 

October 15, 2024 

11AM—12PM 

19900 Bastanchury Rd  

Yorba Linda, CA 

 

Inglewood HS Fair (COSI) 

October 16, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

231 S Grevillea Ave 

Inglewood, CA 

 

Savanna HS Fair (COSI) 

October 16, 2024 

8:20AM—10:15AM 

301 N Gilbert St 

Anaheim, CA 

 

Orange County Fair (COSI) 

October 17, 2024 

9AM—11:30AM 

17522 Beneta Way 

Tustin, CA 

Denver NCF
September 29, 2024
1 PM—4 PM
Colorado Convention Center
700 14th St
Denver, CO

Portland NCF

October 27, 2024
12 PM – 4 PM
&
October 28, 2024
9 AM – 12 PM

Oregon Convention Center
Exhibit Hall C
777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Portland, OR

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD College Night 

September 9, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

8401 Valley Ranch Pkwy E 

Irving, TX 

 

Van Alstyne HS Fair 

September 10, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

700 Collin McKinney Parkway 

Van Alstyne, TX 

 

Anna HS Fair 

September 10, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

1107 W Rosamond Pkwy 

Anna, TX 

 

Prosper ISD College Fair 

September 10, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

Walnut Grove High School, 3500 E 1st St 

Prosper, TX 

 

Little Elm HS Fair 

September 11, 2024 

9AM—10:30AM 

1900 Walker Ln 

Little Elm, TX 

 

Aubrey HS Fair 

September 11, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

510 Spring Hill Rd 

Aubrey, TX 

 

Wylie ISD Fair 

September 11, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

3000 Wylie East Dr 

Wylie, TX 

 

Celina HS Fair 

September 12, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

3455 N Preston Rd 

Celina, TX 

 

Frisco ISD College Night 

September 12, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

10555 Independence Pkwy 

Frisco, TX 

 

Dallas International School Fair 

September 13, 2024 

9AM—10:30AM 

17811 Waterview Pkwy 

Dallas, TX 

 

Sunnyvale High School College Fair 

September 16, 2024 

10AM—11:30AM 

222 N Collins Rd 

Sunnyvale, TX 

 

Plano ISD College Fair 

September 16, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

2000 E Spring Creek Pkwy 

Plano, TX 

 

Richardson ISD College Fair 

September 17, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

1600 N Coit Rd 

Richardson, TX 

 

Blue Ridge High School College Fair 

September 17, 2024 

9AM—10:30AM 

11020 County Road 504 

Blue Ridge, TX 

 

Mabank High School College Fair 

September 18, 2024 

8AM—11:15AM 

124 E Market St 

Mabank, TX 

 

Ferris High School College Fair 

September 18, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

1021 E 8th St 

Ferris, TX 

 

Dallas ISD College Fair 

September 18, 2024 

5:30PM—8:30PM 

9191 S Polk St 

Dallas, TX 

 

Newman International Academic College Fair 

September 19, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

2011 S Fielder Rd, Arlington, TX 

 

Faith Family Academy College Fair 

September 19, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

300 W Kiest Blvd 

Dallas, TX 

 

Arlington ISD College Fair 

September 19, 2024 

6:30PM—9:30PM 

500 West Nedderman Drive 

Arlington, TX 

 

Pottsboro High School College Fair 

September 20, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

901 E Fm 120 

Pottsboro, TX 

 

Houston CIS College Fair 

September 21, 2024 

10AM—12:30PM 

7455 Awty School Ln 

Houston, TX 

 

Lake Travis High School College Fair 

September 23, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

3324 Ranch Road 620 S 

Austin, TX 

 

Premier High School North Austin College Fair 

September 23, 2024 

1PM—2:30PM 

1835A Kramer Ln 

Austin, TX 

 

Round Rock ISD College Fair 

September 23, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

201 Deep Wood Dr 

Round Rock, TX 

 

Westlake High School College Fair 

September 24, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

4100 Westbank Dr 

Austin, TX 

 

Lockhart ISD College Fair 

September 24, 2024 

2PM—4PM 

906 Center St 

Lockhart, TX 

 

Georgetown ISD College Fair 

September 24, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

4490 E University Ave 

Georgetown, TX 

 

Marble Falls/Hill Country College Fair 

September 25, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

2101 Mustang Dr 

Marble Falls, TX 

 

East Early College High School College Fair 

September 30, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

220 Milby St 

Houston, TX 

 

HISD College Fair 

September 30, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

3703 Sampson St 

Houston, TX 

 

Second Baptist School College Day Fair 

October 1, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

6410 Woodway Dr 

Houston, TX 

 

British International School of Houston College Fair 

October 1, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

4211 Watonga Blvd 

Houston, TX 

 

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD College Fair 

October 1, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

8877 Barker Cypress Rd 

Cypress, TX 

 

Houston Christian High School College Fair 

October 2, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

2700 W Sam Houston Pkwy N 

Houston, TX 

 

The Woodlands High School College Fair 

October 2, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

3232 College Park Dr 

The Woodlands, TX 

 

Fort Bend ISD College Fair 

October 2, 2024 

6:30PM—8:30PM 

11111 Harlem Rd 

Richmond, TX 

 

Harmony Science Academy College Fair 

October 3, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

9431 W Sam Houston Pkwy S 

Houston, TX 

 

New Caney ISD College Fair 

October 3, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

22500 Eagle Dr 

New Caney, TX 

 

Conroe & Montgomery ISD Fair 

October 7, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

9055 Airport Rd 

Conroe, TX 

 

Spring Branch ISD Fair 

October 8, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

2045 Gessner Rd 

Houston, TX 

 

Briarwood Fair 

October 9, 2024 

9AM—11AM 

12207 Whittington Dr 

Houston, TX 

 

James Madison HS Fair 

October 9, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

13719 White Heather Dr 

Houston, TX 

 

Fort Bend ISD Fair 

October 9, 2024 

6:30PM—8:30PM 

1220 Buffalo Run 

Missouri City, TX 

 

Lutheran South Academy Fair 

October 10, 2024 

1PM—2:30PM 

12555 Ryewater Dr 

Houston, TX 

 

DeBakey HS Fair 

October 10, 2024 

5:30PM—7PM 

2524 Pressler St 

Houston, TX 

 

Challenge EC HS Fair 

October 11, 2024 

11AM-12:30PM 

5601 West Loop S 

Houston, TX 

Seattle NCF
October 25, 2024
9:00am – 12:00pm
and
October 26, 2024
12:00pm – 4:00pm (PT)
Seattle Convention Center
Hall 4AB
705 Pike Street
Seattle, WA

Spokane NCF
October 29, 2024
9 AM—12 PM and 6 PM—8 PM
Spokane Convention Center
Exhibit Hall B and C
334 West Spokane Falls Blvd.
Spokane, WA

US SOUTHEAST

Birmingham NCF 

September 8, 2024 

1PM—4PM 

Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex 

 2100 Richard Arrington Junior Boulevard 

Birmingham, AL 

Orlando NCF 

September 22, 2024 

1PM—4PM 

9800 International Dr 

Orlando, FL 

 

BAIS College Fair 

October 6, 2024 

12PM—2PM 

535 4th Ave N 

St. Petersburg, FL 

 

Boca Raton Community High School College Fair 

October 8, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

1501 NW 15th Ct 

Boca Raton, FL 

 

American Heritage Broward Campus College Fair 

October 10, 2024 

9:45AM—11:45AM 

12200 W Broward Blvd 

Plantation, FL 

 

American Heritage Palm Beach Campus College Fair 

October 10, 2024 

5PM—8:30PM 

6200 Linton Blvd 

Delray Beach, FL 

 

Fort Lauderdale NCF 

October 13, 2024 

1PM—4PM 

1950 Eisenhower Blvd 

Fort Lauderdale, FL 

WWKM College Fair 

September 7, 2024 

12PM—3PM 

Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia 

4355 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE 

Atlanta, GA

 

Metro Atlanta College Fair 

September 7, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

Global Impact Academy STEM Magnet High School, 155 Shaw Dr 

Fairburn, GA 

 

Woodward Academy College Fair 

September 8, 2024 

2PM—4:30PM 

1662 Rugby Ave 

College Park, GA 

 

Darlington School College Fair 

September 9, 2024 

10:30AM—11:30AM 

1014 Cave Spring Rd SW  

Rome, GA 

 

CIS Atlanta College Fair 

September 18, 2024 

6PM—8PM 

2890 N Fulton Dr NE 

Atlanta, GA 

NCSSM Durham Campus College Fair 

September 13, 2024 

3:30PM—5:30PM 

1219 Broad St 

Durham, NC 

 

NCSSM Morganton Campus College Fair 

September 25, 2024 

4PM—5:45PM 

901 Burkemont Ave 

Morganton, NC 

 

Heritage High School College Fair I 

October 8, 2024 

8AM—10:10AM 

1150 Forestville Rd 

Wake Forest, NC 

 

Enloe High School College Fair 

October 11, 2024 

9:30AM—1PM 

128 Clarendon Crescent 

Raleigh, NC 

SC Governor’s School for Science and Math College Fair 

September 22, 2024 

1PM—3PM 

401 Railroad Ave 

Hartsville, SC 

Chattanooga Private Schools College Fair 

September 9, 2024 

7PM—8:30PM 

171 Baylor School Rd 

Chattanooga, TN 

 

Montgomery Bell College Fair 

September 10, 2024 

9:30AM—10:30AM 

4001 Harding Pike 

Nashville, TN  

 

Ensworth College Fair 

September 10, 2024 

12:15PM—1:15PM 

7401 Tennessee 100 

Nashville, TN 

 

Williamson County College Fair 

September 10, 2024 

5:30PM—7:30PM 

Williamson County AG Expo Park 

4215 Long Ln 

Franklin, TN 

ASIA

Beijing University Fair West  

October 13, 2024 

2PM—6PM 

Beiyuan Bahao, Laiguangying West Road, Chaoyang District 

Beijing, China 

 

Global University Fair Beijing International School Consortium East 

October 14, 2024 

4:30PM—8:30PM 

No. 10 An Hua Street, Shunyi District 

Beijing, China 

 

Shanghai East College Fair  

October 15, 2024 

4:30PM—8:30PM 

345 Huangyang Road Pudong 

Shanghai, China  

 

West Shanghai University Fair-BISS 

October 16, 2024 

9AM—1:45PM 

111 Jinguang Road, Huacao Town, Minhang (Gate 4) 

Shanghai, China 

 

West Shanghai University Fair-Dulwich Puxi  

October 16, 2024 

4:30PM—7:30PM 

2000 Qian Pu Jing Road, Maqiao, Minhang District 

Shanghai, China 

 

Clifford International School  

October 20, 2024 

10AM—12:30PM 

1 Xueyuan Road, Clifford Estates, Panyu 

Guangzhou, China 

 

American International School of Guangzhou (Ersha Campus) 

October 21, 2024 

4:30PM—7PM 

3 Yan Yu Street South, Ersha Island 

Guangzhou, China 

 

Shenzhen Qianhai Harrow Foreign Workers Childrens School

October 22, 2024 

10:30AM—12:30PM 

Nanshan Qu Chenxing Er Jie 

Shenzhen, China 

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ADMISSIONS

Admissions Video Supplement

Admissions Video Supplement

International undergraduate applicants have the opportunity to submit a supplemental video from their DKU Applicant Portal. This is an important part of the DKU application and gives applicants an opportunity to further demonstrate their fit for DKU’s unique community through a response to a randomized question or statement (a prompt). This Video Supplement, while not required, is highly encouraged and allows the admissions team to get to know applicants better.

Applicants – Log in to your portal and click on the Video Supplement link to view detailed instructions. Please read them thoroughly! You will first test your audio and video. When you are ready to proceed, you will be given a randomized prompt. You will have 1 minute to prepare, and up to 2 minutes to record your response.

We realize this is a timed exercise and your response will not be perfect. That is OK! During the 1 minute of preparation time, write key points or words if that helps you to remember what you want to say. You do not have to memorize your response. The goal is for the admissions team to learn more about you and your fit with DKU.

Before you can record a video, you must first submit your application. The video link is available to all applicants. Early Decision applicants must submit their video by November 15. Regular Decision applicants must submit their video by January 15. Any videos submitted after these dates may or may not be reviewed by the admissions team.

DKU also accepts recordings from InitialView. If you have completed an interview or glimpse recording, select Duke Kunshan University within your InitialView account. Applicants can also choose to share their Duolingo video and essay prompt with DKU.

Watch a short walk-through of the recording process

Why Submit a Video Supplement, Plus Tips

  • 01 • Is a video required?

    Submitting a video response is optional, but highly encouraged.

  • 02 • What are the technical requirements?

    • A computer, tablet, or phone with a microphone and camera.
    • The latest version of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari browser.
    • A strong internet connection.
    • A well-lit space with minimal background noise.

    *You will be able to test your equipment before recording your video.

  • 03 • Is there a fee to submit my video?

    There is no fee to record a video response within your DKU Applicant Portal. If you would like to also submit a video through InitialView, their fees may apply.

  • 04 • When can I submit my video? Where do I submit it?

    You may submit your Video Supplement once we have received your application. Log in to your DKU Applicant Portal and click the link to the video recording platform. If you also choose to send any videos from InitialView, select Duke Kunshan University within your InitialView portal.

  • 05 • What is the prompt or topic?

    After you complete a test recording, you will receive a randomized prompt (topic). It will be in the form of either a question or a statement. For example, “In what way(s) did your high school experiences prepare you for college in China?” or “What skill or skills are you most excited to develop at DKU?” or “Tell us about your favorite family custom.” This is not a test! These topics are intended to inspire a spontaneous answer that offers insight into you – there is no right or wrong answer.

  • 06 • How much time will this take?

    The entire process can be as short as 4 minutes! In your DKU Applicant Portal, click the link for the video supplement, and read the instructions carefully. Record a short 10-second test to ensure your audio and video are working. After testing your equipment, you will receive your prompt, and have 1 minute to consider your response. Recording then begins automatically. You will have 2 minutes of recording time. You may use as little or as much time as you like; you are not required to use the entire 2 minutes. If you choose, you may record a new video only one additional time. You will receive a different prompt if you choose to record again.

  • 07 • What if I want to record my video again?

    If you are unhappy with your first video, you will have the option to record a new video only one additional time. If you choose to start over, you will receive a different prompt. Your first video will be deleted and cannot be recovered. Your second video will be automatically submitted – you can play it back, but you will not be able to delete it or record another one.

  • 08 •What if I want to delete the video I recorded?

    You cannot delete or “unsubmit” a video. Remember, your response is not expected to be polished or “perfect”!

  • 09 • Can I edit my video or upload a pre-recorded video?

    The video response is meant to be spontaneous and it is not possible to edit the video. There is not an option to upload a pre-recorded video within the portal.

Video Supplement Tips

  • Formulate your response during the 1 minute of prep time.

  • Write key points or words to help you remember what you want to say.

  • You do not need to memorize your response and it’s ok to glance at your notes.

  • If your response is shorter than 2 minutes, that’s ok!

  • If you don’t finish your response within 2 minutes, that’s ok!

  • Relax and speak from your experience. We want to know about you!

Frequently Asked Questions

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Test-optional Policy

Test-Optional Policy for Fall 2024-2025 Application Cycle

Test-Optional Policy for 2024-2025 Application Cycle

Duke Kunshan will continue to offer a test-optional policy for the 2024-2025 application cycle. Based on their circumstances, applicants choose in the admission application whether or not they will provide their results from the SAT or ACT exams. The admissions committee places emphasis on all components of all applications, including high school performance, application essays, recommendation letters, and, in some cases, an admissions interview. Submitting SAT or ACT results can strengthen an application by establishing broader context for the student’s achievements. However, applicants who do not submit an SAT or ACT will not be at a disadvantage in our admissions process. Although there are no additional requirements for those who opt to not submit a test score, applicants are welcome to submit any additional academic measurements that they feel may strengthen their application, such as national /external exam scores. 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • 01 • Why is DKU extending the test-optional policy for Fall 2025?

    In recognition of the disparate levels of preparation and access to the SAT and ACT around the world and because of our ongoing commitment to recruiting a diverse population of students, Duke Kunshan offers a test-optional policy for the 2024-2025 application cycle.

  • 02 • If I submit my test results, will they be considered as part of my application?

    Yes, your test results will be included with your application.

  • 03 • How will my application be reviewed if I don’t submit SAT or ACT scores?

    Duke Kunshan reviews all international applicants holistically and in the context of their academic environment. This includes curriculum, school, region, and other relevant circumstances as described in the application. In the absence of SAT or ACT scores, other academic materials that are provided with the application will be considered, such as national/external exam results.

  • 04 • Can I strengthen my application if I submit SAT or ACT scores?

    A standardized test result can strengthen an application in the sense that it provides another application component for consideration. If you have the ability to take the SAT or ACT, and you earned a score that you feel fairly reflects your academic talents, you are encouraged to submit your test results with your application. You may wish to review the Qualities We Look for in a Successful Candidate on our website for further reference.
    Likewise, students whose curriculum lacks national or external exams (e.g. IB, AP, Cambridge, WAEC, CBSE, etc.) may want to consider submitting SAT or ACT scores in order to establish a broader context for their school achievements.
    We ask students to consider their choice carefully and make a firm commitment at the time of their application or no later than the application deadline (November 1, 2024, for Early Decision applicants or January 2, 2025 for Regular Decision Applicants).

  • 05 • Will I be at a disadvantage for admission or scholarship selection if I don’t submit SAT or ACT scores?

    Students who do not submit SAT or ACT scores with their application will not be at a disadvantage in our holistic admissions process or scholarship selection. Applicants are welcome to submit any additional materials that they feel may strengthen their application. The admissions committee will place emphasis on the other components of your application including high school performance, national & school exams, supplemental essays, and, in some cases, an admissions interview.

  • 06 • How do I indicate my plan regarding test score submission?

    All international applicants will answer the “testing plan” question in the Common Application, indicating if they do or do not want their test scores considered with their application.

  • 07 • Once I submit my Common App, can I change my test plan choice?

    We ask students to consider their choice carefully and make a firm commitment at the time of their application or no later than the application deadline (November 1, 2024 for Early Decision applicants or January 2, 2025 for Regular Decision Applicants). After this time, change requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

    To request a change, email us at Intl-admissions@dukekunshan.edu.cn.

  • 08 •As a non-native speaker of English, will there be any additional requirements for me?

    In most cases, the admissions committee can determine your level of English proficiency through the materials collected in your application and, if an invitation is extended, an admissions interview. Students with test results in English proficiency exams such as TOEFL, IELTS, and Duolingo are welcome to submit these to support their application, though these are not required in order for an application to be considered complete.

  • 09 • Should I submit anything else in lieu of test scores?

    There are no additional requirements although applicants are welcome to submit any additional materials that they feel may strengthen their application, such as national/external exam results (predicted or official).

  • 10 • What is the average SAT score for DKU students?

    The middle 50% range for SAT scores was 1520-1550 among international students admitted to DKU in the Class of 2027.

  • 11 • If I opt to provide my SAT or ACT scores, can I self-report my scores with my application?

    Although it is preferred to receive the results from the testing agency, applicants can self-report their test scores in order to complete their application. Any future offer of admission is contingent upon providing verified test results sent directly to DKU from the testing agency.

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Scholarship Sources

Scholarship Sources

Scholarship Sources


Duke Kunshan University scholarships are supported through generous contributions from our academic and business community. The following is a list of some of our scholarship sources. Scholarships are awarded automatically at the time of acceptance. A separate application is not necessary.

  • 01 • Undergraduate Entrance Scholarship

    This scholarship was created to fund university students on Duke Kunshan’s full-time undergraduate degree program.

  • 02 • Kunshan Government Scholarship

    The city of Kunshan will fund 10 international students and 10 Chinese students in Duke Kunshan’s second cohort of undergraduate students.

  • 03 • Chancellors’ Scholarship

    Initiated by Mary Bullock upon her retirement in 2015, the scholarship is named in honor of Duke Kunshan’s inaugural Chancellor Liu Jingnan and inaugural Executive Vice Chancellor Mary Bullock, and their shared vision that Duke Kunshan will become a leading international university. It is considered the highest honor for incoming students. The scholarship is awarded to one international student and one Chinese student in the undergraduate program each year.

  • 04 • Bond Scholarship

    This scholarship, awarded by Bond Education, will fund top students with outstanding records in leadership, service and academics.

  • 05 • The Richard H. Brodhead Global Scholarship

    Initiated by Duke Kunshan’s inaugural Advisory Board in recognition of Duke’s 13th president, the Richard H. Brodhead Global Scholars are selected from the very best Chinese and international applicants. The scholarship fund will allow students with exceptional academic talent, demonstrated character and leadership ability to “take the leap” with confidence, to join and help shape this young university.

  • 06 • Ying Hui Scholarship

    Established in honor of the ancient Chinese tradition of benevolence and care for others, this scholarship is awarded to incoming undergraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, leadership and commitment to the principles of community service and social progress.

  • 07 • Fubon Scholarship

    The scholarship was created by Fubon Group to inspire and support students from Taiwan and international students to attend Duke Kunshan’s undergraduate program, regardless of their family’s financial circumstances.

  • 08 • Shu Ren Scholarship

    The Shu Ren (meaning “nurturing the talent” in Chinese) Scholarship was created to support the early growth of Duke Kunshan’s undergraduate degree program, contributing to the university’s vision of creating a new type of globally aware, intellectually agile, ethical leader while also helping transform Chinese higher education.

  • 09 • Green Future Fund

    The fund was created through the generous philanthropy of Ma Lin in contributing to a sustainable future in China and beyond. The fund will provide dedicated support to outstanding undergraduate students at Duke Kunshan who have demonstrated a strong commitment to the protection of China’s environment and related sustainability causes.

  • 10 • Hong Scholarship

    This scholarship is open to students who have declared a major in humanities and demonstrate a strong need for financial aid. The recipients are encouraged to shape their lives in a way that is rich with meaning as they examine and recognize the full range of human values and potential.

  • 11 • Fang Family Scholarship

    This scholarship was established by the Fang family with the intention to help remove financial obstacles, enabling top high school graduates from the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan, as well as other regions, to choose Duke Kunshan over other prestigious institutions.

  • 12 • Zhi Yuan Scholarship

    Named after the Chinese proverb “Ning jing zhi yuan” (meaning “tranquility yields transcendence” in Chinese), the scholarship is offered to students who are determined to increase their depth of knowledge and experience, and to confront complicated and rapidly changing social realities.

  • 13 • JF Progressive Scholarship

    With their dedication to education and high hopes for students from the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan, and overseas, Jeff C. Chuang and Frances Chang established the JF Progressive Scholarship to support outstanding undergraduate students at Duke Kunshan.

  • 14 • L Scholarship

    This scholarship aims to support excellent undergraduate students at Duke Kunshan for their overall academic and personal development.

  • 15 • Huiyan International Education Fund Scholarship

    The fund was established with support from Yang Huiyan, vice chairman of Country Garden Holdings, and a donation from the Guoqiang Public Welfare Foundation of Guangdong province. The fund supports exceptional undergraduate students at Duke Kunshan and aims for a better world through education.

  • 16 • DKU Foundation Scholarship

    The scholarship is supported by the Duke Kunshan Education Development Foundation, which aims to facilitate the success of the university’s mission to become a world-class liberal arts and research university with a transformational impact on higher education in China and around the globe.

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Merit Scholarships and Need-Based Financial Aid

Merit Scholarships and Need-Based Financial Aid

Merit Scholarships
and Need-Based Financial Aid

Duke Kunshan University seeks a high caliber yet diverse cohort of students, and thus makes available both merit-based scholarships and need-based financial aid to assist the Class of 2029 with the cost of tuition, and in select cases, additional cost of attendance.

Peter Ballentine

Merit-Based Scholarships

Duke Kunshan University offers a number of merit-based scholarships. These scholarships may be awarded to admitted students who distinguish themselves in academics, character, extracurriculars, talent, service, and other areas worthy of commendation. All applicants for admission are automatically considered for all available merit scholarships. A separate application is not required.

 

• Award Process: Scholarship awards are announced at the time of acceptance.

Need-Based Financial Aid

Need-based financial aid is reserved for admitted students with strong academic records yet a demonstrated lack of financial resources to cover tuition payments. The university has a substantial pool of funding dedicated to supporting students with need. We encourage all qualified candidates with financial need to apply to Duke Kunshan University. Admission decisions are based on the overall assessment of all application materials. However, in order to best support the financial needs of all students who ultimately enroll, Duke Kunshan has a need-aware admissions process that may place some consideration on an applicant’s level of financial need in relation to available space and funds.

• Award Process: Financial aid awards are announced at the time of acceptance.

Please follow these steps to apply for financial aid:

1. When applying to Duke Kunshan University via the Common Application, you must indicate “yes” in the check-box referring to interest in receiving consideration for need-based financial aid.

2. Submit a completed CSS Profile along with your application. (The latest deadlines are Nov. 5 for ED and Jan. 15 for RD.)

a. The CSS code for Duke Kunshan University is 7059.

b. The College Board charges students a fee between $16 and $25 for the CSS profile. Some students may be eligible for a fee waiver. To learn more, please visit the CSS Profile Fee Waiver website.

 3. Some applicants may be asked to submit supporting documents. If you are required, you will receive an email from the College Board IDOC service after you complete the CSS PROFILE. Additionally, your DKU Financial Aid Checklist on your application portal will be updated as well.

For more information, please contact: international-finaid@dukekunshan.edu.cn

Click here to learn more about how to apply for Financial Support at Duke Kunshan University. 

Duke Kunshan University Full Scholarship (for Fall 2025 Entry)

To reach talented students with significant financial hardship, Duke Kunshan University will offer a very select number of full scholarships for the Class of 2029’s international students. These awards cover the full cost of tuition and the majority of non-tuition costs associated with enrollment including books, airfare, housing, food, and local health insurance.

 

To be considered for these awards, eligible international applicants must demonstrate full financial need, exceptional academic achievement and leadership potential. Further information could be found here.

Notice:

  • • Duke Kunshan University is not designated as a foreign eligible institution for U.S. Federal Student Aid and associated savings and loan programs. Therefore, the FAFSA is not needed to apply for financial aid at Duke Kunshan University.
  • • Admitted international students who did not apply for financial aid during the admissions application phase are ineligible to apply for financial aid for any year of undergraduate study.
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Qualities We Look for in a Successful Candidate

Qualities We Look for in a Successful Candidate

Qualities We Look for
in a Successful Candidate


We’re seeking talented students who will thrive in our unique global learning environment and who demonstrate the following characteristics:

  • 01High-achievers with a passion for learning

    Do your grades and test scores demonstrate academic distinction? Do you push yourself to excel both inside and outside the classroom? We are looking for well-rounded students who are intellectually engaged in a variety of settings and activities, and are well-prepared for a rigorous academic experience.

  • 02Strong interest in Duke Kunshan’s innovative, integrated and interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum

    Today’s students will soon graduate into a future where global politics, innovation and the environment intersect at every level. Complex global problems can no longer be adequately understood, addressed or solved through the lens of just one discipline, the way that traditional “majors” were designed. We are looking for students who are ready to tackle a unique, interdisciplinary curriculum that will prepare them to understand the world’s complexities from many angles and to make a difference on an international scale.

  • 03An adventurous spirit and global orientation

    Studying in a different country requires an open mind and an adventurous spirit. Are you adaptable? Tolerant? Do you have a genuine curiosity toward other cultures? Applicants must demonstrate an eagerness to interact with people from diverse backgrounds.

  • 04Demonstrated impact in campus and community life

    We want students with a desire to have a meaningful impact. We look for demonstrated engagement in various extracurricular, co-curricular and service-learning activities that show how students can apply classroom knowledge to real-world situations and experience personal growth. How would you become fully engaged in your educational experience, bring value to the Duke Kunshan and broader community, and ultimately to future organizations?

  • 05Excited about the leadership opportunities in a global environment

    Imagine the opportunities available to you at such a young and vibrant global university. As a member of our fourth class, you will play a crucial role in helping grow our clubs, advancing our newly-created student government and writing for our new school newspaper. In essence, you will be helping shape the culture and legacy of our unique institution. Furthermore, our students can intern and research with multinational corporations and prosperous startups before graduating into the prestigious Duke Alumni Association. We look for students whose leadership experiences have prepared them to take full advantage of this rich environment.

  • 06Strong English language proficiency

    The Duke Kunshan curriculum is taught entirely in English; therefore, all successful applicants must have strong English language abilities. The Admissions Committee will be able to assess an applicant’s English language ability through the application process, which may include a live interview via phone or video chat. For non-native English speakers, TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo test scores may be submitted with an application for consideration, but are not mandatory. The TOEFL school code for Duke Kunshan University is B624.

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Frequently Asked Questions

General
As a research-oriented, interdisciplinary liberal arts and sciences university located in China, our primary mission is to provide the highest quality undergraduate and graduate education and enable our students to lead purposeful and productive lives. The core of our educational offering is a four-year undergraduate degree program featuring an integrated and multi-disciplinary curriculum, with a strong Chinese, American, and global focus. In a culture of academic excellence and freedom, we prepare students for professional and academic leadership roles across the globe. As a highly selective Sino-U.S. joint-venture university, we promote innovative scholarship in service to society. We embrace the integration of global, national, and local traditions of thought, promoting cross-cultural understanding and cross-border collaborations.

Duke Kunshan is different in several ways. First, we offer an innovative liberal arts curriculum that is at the cutting-edge of knowledge and practice. The curriculum was developed after careful consideration of the key strengths and weaknesses of higher education in China and the U.S. The curriculum is derived from the academic excellence associated with Duke University, which is consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the U.S., according to U.S. News & World Report.

 

Second, Duke Kunshan is a research-oriented university. We take great pride in the fact that our faculty are known for excellence in teaching and research, with special relevance to China, including global health, environment, innovation, and research and development management.

 

Third, our state-of-the-art campus offers a total student experience second to none. We go the extra mile to ensure that each student has exciting extracurricular “outside the classroom” experiences that complement the innovative learning environment inside the classroom.

 

Furthermore, we are a tight-knit community of students and faculty who have come from all over the globe to live, study and research together. Close student-faculty relationships are a hallmark of the Duke Kunshan experience.

Duke Kunshan offers students the opportunity to immerse themselves in a highly diverse, internationally oriented learning environment. The advantage of this environment is that our students have ample opportunities to learn from one another and to share and exchange ideas based on their unique backgrounds and cultures. Duke Kunshan students become more deeply grounded in their own history and culture as well as more globally aware – an important prerequisite for career success in the globalized world of the 21st century.

Students who are in good standing with Duke Kunshan University will have the opportunity to attend Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, in either the fall or spring semester of junior year. In addition to spending a semester at Duke in their junior year, students may also choose to study there for one six-week summer term.

 

While at Duke, in addition to a wider range of courses, Duke Kunshan students will also have access to Duke student activities and clubs and to other student services on the Durham campus. Please see the Duke Kunshan University Office of Study Abroad website and the Duke University website for more details. While students will pay the same tuition at Duke that they would have paid at Duke Kunshan, students should keep in mind that housing and other costs are more expensive in Durham. Duke Kunshan students will be responsible for the normal costs of housing, meals, health insurance and other customary fees at Duke during their stay. The Office of Study Abroad will provide students with a detailed cost breakdown for the Duke summer and semester programs.

 

Students also have the opportunity to study abroad at locations other than Duke for a regular semester and/or during the summer. Students should consult with their academic advisers and with the Office of Study Abroad. Students are required to have all courses pre-approved through the Office of Study Abroad.

The city of Kunshan lies in the heart of the Yangtze River Delta region, one of the most developed areas in China. Bordering Shanghai, a large international metropolis, to the east and Suzhou, one of the country’s most renowned cultural and historical cities, to the west, Kunshan is an emerging industrial and commercial city with a history dating back more than 2,000 years. As an important county-level city in the southeastern part of Jiangsu province, Kunshan occupies an area of 359 square miles (931 square kilometers), one-quarter of which is covered by lakes and rivers. Kunshan’s superior natural and urban living environment has attracted people from all over the world to live and work. Widely considered a successful model for China’s social and economic development, Kunshan has won many titles, including the top ranking in Forbes China’s list of best county-level cities in the Chinese mainland for six consecutive years, and the 2010 UN-Habitat Scroll of Honor Award. A number of Fortune 500 companies and other leading enterprises have established operations in Kunshan’s three national-level development zones, two provincial-level development zones, and within its eight townships. Kunshan is located about 60 kilometers west of Shanghai, a 90-minute drive from Shanghai’s downtown and about 50 minutes from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. There are more than 100 high-speed trains running between Kunshan and Shanghai every day, with each trip lasting under 20 minutes. A new subway system will be completed in 2021, adding another convenient option for transportation between Kunshan, Shanghai and Suzhou.

International students will need to apply for a temporary residence permit within 30 days of entering China. This process takes about one month and costs RMB 800. This permit will allow international students to travel in and out of China freely without further visa requirements. However, some destination countries may require their own visa, and students will need to apply for such visas through the embassies or consulates of the destination country.

International students will need to apply for the X2 visa to study in China. Before entering China, international students must apply for a Chinese visa through the Chinese embassy or consulate in their home country. Duke Kunshan has a specific office that can provide personalized services for international students applying for Chinese temporary residence permits and can assist domestic Chinese students in transferring their hukou to Kunshan. Detailed information including procedures and materials for applying for a visa and transferring hukou can be found on the Duke Kunshan website.

Yes, you are very welcome to visit the campus. For individual visits, our admissions counselors are available for consultation as well as trained student campus guide volunteers, who can provide campus tours upon reservation. Visit here to learn more and register.

We invite you to join us for one of our many live information sessions online, or for a local information session in one of several cities around the world. Times and locations for these sessions will be posted on our website and official social media channels.

 

Those who located near Durham, United States may request an add-on visit to the DKU Admissions House at Duke.

No. The language of instruction at Duke Kunshan is English. However, all students at Duke Kunshan are encouraged to attain a high level of Chinese, not only because the university is located in China but also because Chinese is one of the world’s most important global languages. For this reason, students who do not have a strong academic and professional command of Chinese will be assigned to a course appropriate to their Chinese level based on the results of a placement examination process.

Duke Kunshan is a Sino-U.S. partnership established by Duke University, Wuhan University and Kunshan city to create a world-class liberal arts and research university offering a range of academic programs for students from China and throughout the world. Duke Kunshan is a nonprofit, joint-venture institution that was granted accreditation approval by China’s Ministry of Education in September 2013.

Yes, we do consider applications from students who would like to enroll in undergraduate classes at DKU for one semester. You can learn more about the Duke Kunshan Visiting Student Program here.

Admission

• A record of outstanding academic achievement and a passion for learning;

• Strong English language proficiency

• Strong interest in Duke Kunshan’s innovative, integrated and interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum

• An adventurous spirit and global orientation

• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated ability to contribute to campus and community life

• The ability to overcome obstacles in various forms

All applications for Duke Kunshan University should be submitted using the Common Application. Students wishing to apply to both Duke University and Duke Kunshan University may do so by applying to each university individually via the Common App.

 

Common Application Checklist

 

• School report

• Counselor recommendation

• High school transcripts

• Teacher evaluations (2)

• SAT or ACT test score (optional for Fall 2024 applications)

    – No minimum test score is required for admission

    – International testing school codes for Duke Kunshan University:

      • SAT – 7059
      • ACT – 0621

•  Personal Essays

    • DKU-specific essay prompts:
    • “Why do you think Duke Kunshan University is a good match for you? And what special qualities do you feel you could bring to Duke Kunshan University?” (Required)
    • “Is there anything else you would like the Admissions Committee to know about you?” (Optional)*

•  Video Supplement (Optional)

    • A short video response to a randomized prompt. Details can be found here

•  CSS Profile (Required only if applying for financial aid)

The video supplement is an important part of your DKU application and gives you an opportunity to further demonstrate your fit for DKU’s unique community. Although not required, it is highly recommended. Details can be found here.

The early decision application deadline is November 1st, 2023.

 

International applications will be reviewed by an Admissions Committee. In some cases, applicants may be invited to interview. However, an interview is not required for admission to Duke Kunshan. Admission offers will be released in mid-December, 2023.

 

The regular decision application deadline is January 2, 2024. International applications will be reviewed by an Admissions Committee. In some cases, applicants may be invited to interview. However, an interview is not required for admission to Duke Kunshan. Admission offers will be released by the end of March 2024. Applicants may only submit one application during a given admissions cycle. If an applicant receives a deny decision in the Early Decision round, the earliest they could reapply would be in the following year.

 

CSS Profile deadlines: Students who want to be considered for financial aid should complete a CSS Profile application with their admissions application. The deadlines are Nov. 15 for early decision applicants and Feb. 1 for regular decision applicants.

 

All admitted students will be invited to a series of virtual events starting in late March, 2024.

Up to eight elective credits may be awarded on the basis of Advanced Placement (AP), International Placement Credit (IPC, such as international baccalaureate) and Pre-Matriculated Credit (PMC). In some cases, such test scores and documented previous educational experiences may be used for placement into higher-level coursework and to satisfy major requirements at Duke Kunshan University to the extent allowed by each major.

International testing school codes for Duke Kunshan University: SAT – 7059, ACT – 0621, TOEFL – B624.

Yes. Students who are non-native Chinese speakers are required to take two years of Mandarin. For those who have taken Mandarin Chinese in high school, language proficiency will be assessed upon entrance, and a sequence of required courses will be assigned according to their particular needs.

No. All students begin their studies in the fall semester.

While applicants are strongly encouraged to enroll at Duke Kunshan University (DKU) in the year for which they apply, there are sometimes compelling reasons to delay enrollment. These reasons could include a military obligation, a family or health issue, an opportunity for public service, or a cultural experience. Click here for more information about our enrollment deferral policy.

The ability to communicate in English at a high level is necessary for success in the program. The admissions committee will be able to assess an applicant’s writing abilities through their academic achievement, standardized test results and written essay.