📖 Introduction

Duke Kunshan University (DKU) is a unique and innovative institution located in Kunshan, Jiangsu Province, China. Founded in 2013, DKU is a partnership between Duke University in the United States and Wuhan University in China. As a Sino-American collaborative venture, DKU blends the educational philosophies of both universities to offer a world-class liberal arts education with a global perspective.

DKU is distinguished by its commitment to fostering interdisciplinary learning, critical thinking, and global citizenship. The university's curriculum combines the liberal arts traditions of Duke University with an emphasis on global awareness and engagement. DKU offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, providing students with opportunities to explore diverse academic disciplines. While specific global rankings may vary, DKU's affiliation with Duke University, known for its academic excellence, contributes to its recognition as a reputable institution. The international faculty, diverse student body, and commitment to cross-cultural understanding make DKU a distinctive institution in the Chinese higher education landscape.

🏫 About Duke Kunshan University (DKU)

Duke Kunshan is a world-class liberal arts university based in Kunshan, China, that offers a range of high quality, innovative academic programs for students from around the world. It was established in September 2013 as a U.S.-China partnership between Duke University and Wuhan University.

Duke Kunshan welcomed its first students in August 2014. The university began by offering Duke graduate degrees as well as a Global Learning Semester program for undergraduate students from Duke and top-tier Chinese and international universities.

In August 2018, the university welcomed its first undergraduate degree students. The four-year bachelor’s degree program follows the liberal arts and sciences tradition, with emphasis on critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and self-exploration.

Our vibrant, high-tech campus covers 200 acres in Kunshan’s Yangcheng Lake Science and Technology Park. Take a virtual tour to see our advanced classrooms, conference facilities and library, as well as student and faculty housing, and multiple dining and recreational areas. We also have multipurpose meeting spaces, break rooms and study rooms that allow students to work individually or in groups to review course materials and complete assignments.

The city of Kunshan, in Jiangsu province, is one of China’s fastest-growing economies and is a hub for high-tech research and manufacturing. The city is surrounded by picturesque forests and water towns, and is also connected by high-speed rail and subway to Shanghai and Suzhou, two of China’s most dynamic cities.

Why You Should Apply to Duke Kunshan University?

  • Duke University's U.S. Ranking is Top 10
  • 2 Degrees 2 Campuses: A US degree and Chinese degree will be given to students after they graduate.
  • 60+ Countries are represented in undergraduate programs.
  • 180,000+ estimated Duke University alumni members.
  • 7:1 Student to Faculty ratio.
  • Less than 20 average class size.
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🏠 Accommodation

📍 Duke Kunshan University (DKU)/DKU Campus/ Student Residence Hall

Accomodation Details:

How easy to get?
  • The accommodation on campus is not guaranteed and on a first come first service. We advise you to choose accommodation off campus, or to choose another university with accommodation.
How to book on campus accommodation:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
Living Off Campus:
  • A large number of students in China will choose to stay in private accommodation off campus.

If accommodation on campus is important to you we advise you to arrive a few days before so you can try to register. You can also to choose accommodation off campus, we have an article about that here.

📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a Chinese University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to China Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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