Duke University is a private research university founded in 1838 and established under its current name in 1924. Located in Durham, North Carolina, it operates across the education and healthcare sectors. The university provides education through 10 schools and colleges, conducts research, and delivers patient care through Duke Health.
The institution employs 48,313 people, including 4,236 faculty members. Current total student enrollment stands at 17,499. Duke counts 16 Nobel laureates among its students and faculty. Its four-year graduation rate is 91%, with a 95% employment rate among graduates.
Duke emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and maintains a global engagement strategy. For nursing professionals, Duke Health represents a significant clinical and research environment within a major academic medical system.
