Application Procedures
For 2008-2009, Duke University Divinity School will accept applications to the Th.D. program through January 15, 2008. Prospective students will be notified of admission by April 1.
In the Th.D. program, as in Duke's Ph.D. program, it is not possible to defer acceptance of admission. The Admissions Office keeps all application materials for a period of three years, so that admitted applicants who decide not to matriculate in the year for which admission is offered may reapply for admission at a later time. In such cases, there is no guarantee of readmission or of the financial aid package. Those who reapply will be considered in the competitive pool of applicants for the year in which they choose to reapply.
Online applications
Applicants can apply online beginning December 16.
Applicants who apply online will still need to send in the following materials:
- Official transcripts of all academic work since high school
- At least four letters of recommendation, accompanied by the “letter of reference form” that is part of the application package. Letters should be in envelopes that have been signed across the seal by the recommender.
- A sample of academic writing (if it exceeds the space limits of the online application)
These materials must be sent together in a single package to:
- Th.D. Program
Duke Divinity School Admissions Office
Box 90965
Durham, NC 27708-0965
Applicants will also need to make sure to have GRE scores reported to Duke University (see application form for details).
Only complete applications will be accepted.
Paper applications
If you would prefer a paper copy of the application, it is available for download in pdf format.
A complete paper application includes:
- A completed application form
- A $50 non-refundable fee
- Official transcripts of all academic work since high school
- At least four letters of recommendation, accompanied by the “letter of reference form” that is part of the application package. Letters should be in envelopes that have been signed across the seal by the recommender.
- A two-page essay regarding reasons for undertaking the Th.D.
- A sample of academic writing
These materials must be submitted at the same time in a single package. Only complete applications will be accepted.
Also, make sure to have GRE scores reported to Duke University (see application form for details).
Applications should be mailed to:
- Th.D. Program
Duke Divinity School Admissions Office
Box 90965
Durham, NC 27708-0965
